Serving 2,747 students in grades 9-12, Foster High School ranks in the top 10% 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 67% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,747 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Foster High School serves the northwest part of Richmond, TX, covering an area of approximately 127 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 15.4 miles away.
- 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
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Foster High School's student population of 2,747 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 126 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,747 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
126 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Year Founded
2001
Campus Size
6A
School Rankings
Foster High School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Foster High School is 0.76, 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
#633 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Asian
12%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Hispanic
28%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Black
29%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
White
27%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Graduation Rate
97%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Falcons
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 #633 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% 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 90.3%.
How many students attend Foster High School?
2,747 students attend Foster High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Foster High School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Foster High School?
Foster High School has a student ration of 22:1, 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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