Serving 594 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fostertown School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 594 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fostertown School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Fostertown School's student population of 594 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
594 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Creating voice, choice, and opportunity for impacting the future of all Goldbacks.
School Rankings
Fostertown School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fostertown School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1424 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
64%
31%
Black
14%
15%
White
16%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fostertown School's ranking?
Fostertown School is ranked #1424 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Fostertown School often compared to?
Fostertown Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gardnertown Leadership Academy Elementary School, Gidney Avenue Memorial School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Fostertown School?
594 students attend Fostertown School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Fostertown School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fostertown School?
Fostertown School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Fostertown School offer ?
Fostertown School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fostertown School part of?
Fostertown School is part of Newburgh City School District.
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