Serving 502 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Foster Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 502 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Foster Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Foster Elementary School's student population of 502 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
502 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Foster Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Foster Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5573 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
35%
56%
Black
11%
5%
White
33%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Foster Elementary School's ranking?
Foster Elementary School is ranked #5573 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Foster Elementary School often compared to?
Foster Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marvin Elementary School, Las Palmas by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Foster Elementary School?
502 students attend Foster Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Foster Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Foster Elementary School?
Foster Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Foster Elementary School offer ?
Foster Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Foster Elementary School part of?
Foster Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Foster Elementary School located?
Foster Elementary School is located in the Allied Gardens neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Allied Gardens.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
First Day of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
May 01, 2025 (Thursday)
Last Day of School
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
First Day of LGBTQ+ Pride Month
June 01, 2025 (Sunday)
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