Serving 2,192 students in grades 9-12, Foster High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,192 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Foster High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Foster High School's student population of 2,192 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 111 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,192 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
111 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Foster High School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Foster High School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#373 out of 8079 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
32%
53%
Black
24%
13%
White
31%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Foster High School's ranking?
Foster High School is ranked #373 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Foster High School often compared to?
Foster High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William B Travis High School, George Ranch High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Foster High School?
The graduation rate of Foster High School is 97%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Foster High School?
2,192 students attend Foster High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Foster High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 24% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Foster High School?
Foster High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Foster High School offer ?
Foster High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Foster High School part of?
Foster High School is part of Lamar CISD School District.
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