PAUL J. SOLIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Paul J. Solis Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Jefferson Parish school district, located in Gretna, LA with about 766 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 38 teachers, Paul J. Solis Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Paul J. Solis Elementary School, located in Gretna, Louisiana, is a public school serving the Jefferson Parish community. As part of the Jefferson Parish School District, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that focuses on foundational academics, student growth, and social-emotional development. It serves a diverse student population, aiming to prepare children for academic success through a structured curriculum that emphasizes literacy, mathematics, and science.

In addition to its core academic programs, Paul J. Solis Elementary works to create a strong sense of school community by encouraging family engagement and community involvement. The school typically provides various extracurricular opportunities and resources designed to nurture students' unique talents and interests. By prioritizing both educational standards and a positive campus culture, the institution strives to equip its students with the necessary skills to transition successfully to middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact Paul J. Solis Elementary School at (504) 392-7867 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.