Madison James Foster Elementary School

1310 Richwood Road #1
Monroe, LA 71202
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Bottom 50%
Serving 312 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Madison James Foster Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 312 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • : Bottom 50% in LA
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Madison James Foster Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:

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School Overview

Madison James Foster Elementary School's student population of 312 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
312 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers

School Rankings

Madison James Foster Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madison James Foster Elementary School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (LA)
#1148 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
6-9%
34%
15-19%
42%
≤5%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
100%
41%
White
n/a
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.00
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
7%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Madison James Foster Elementary School's ranking?
Madison James Foster Elementary School is ranked #1148 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Madison James Foster Elementary School often compared to?
Madison James Foster Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J.s. Clark Magnet Elementary School, Thomas Jefferson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Madison James Foster Elementary School?
312 students attend Madison James Foster Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Madison James Foster Elementary School students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Madison James Foster Elementary School?
Madison James Foster Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Madison James Foster Elementary School offer ?
Madison James Foster Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Madison James Foster Elementary School part of?
Madison James Foster Elementary School is part of City Of Monroe School District.
In what neighborhood is Madison James Foster Elementary School located?
Madison James Foster Elementary School is located in the Robinson Place neighborhood of Monroe, LA.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 312 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

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