Serving 508 students in grades Kindergarten-6, James Foster Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: James Foster Elementary serves the southwest part of Santa Clarita, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone takes about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James Foster Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
James Foster Elementary School's student population of 508 students has grown by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
508 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
Be Smart, Be Strong, Believe, and Belong!
School Rankings
James Foster Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James Foster Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#1829 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
7%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
40%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
42%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Foster Elementary School's ranking?
James Foster Elementary School is ranked #1829 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are James Foster Elementary School often compared to?
James Foster Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountainview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend James Foster Elementary School?
508 students attend James Foster Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of James Foster Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James Foster Elementary School?
James Foster Elementary School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does James Foster Elementary School offer ?
James Foster Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is James Foster Elementary School part of?
James Foster Elementary School is part of Saugus Union School District.
In what neighborhood is James Foster Elementary School located?
James Foster Elementary School is located in the Saugus neighborhood of Santa Clarita, CA. There are 8 other public schools located in Saugus.
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