Serving 345 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Foster Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Foster Park Elementary School serves the southern part of its school district in Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families can typically reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Foster Park Elementary School's student population of 345 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
345 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Foster Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Foster Park Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2660 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
95%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Foster Park Elementary School's ranking?
Foster Park Elementary School is ranked #2660 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Foster Park Elementary School often compared to?
Foster Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Dearborn Elementary School, Gresham Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Foster Park Elementary School?
345 students attend Foster Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Foster Park Elementary School students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Foster Park Elementary School?
Foster Park Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Foster Park Elementary School offer ?
Foster Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Foster Park Elementary School part of?
Foster Park Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Foster Park Elementary School located?
Foster Park Elementary School is located in the Auburn Gresham neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 12 other public schools located in Auburn Gresham.
School Calendar
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Date
Fall Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
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