Serving 495 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 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). 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 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- 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 495 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
495 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
James Foster Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James Foster Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#1733 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
33%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
50%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
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 #1733 out of 9,602 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?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% 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?
495 students attend James Foster Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of James Foster Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% 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.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
August 13, 2024 (Tuesday)
Fall Break
October 07, 2024 (Monday)
Parent Conferences - Schools Closed
November 20, 2024 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
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