Serving 403 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Stephen Foster Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 403 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Stephen Foster Elementary School serves the northeast part of Gainesville, FL, encompassing an area of approximately 4.1 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school and the furthest edge being 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stephen Foster Elementary School's student population of 403 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
403 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We are committed to the success of every student.
School Rankings
Stephen Foster Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stephen Foster Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#2116 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
17%
38%
Black
46%
21%
White
22%
34%
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stephen Foster Elementary School's ranking?
Stephen Foster Elementary School is ranked #2116 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Stephen Foster Elementary School often compared to?
Stephen Foster Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like C. W. Norton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Stephen Foster Elementary School?
403 students attend Stephen Foster Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Stephen Foster Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stephen Foster Elementary School?
Stephen Foster Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Stephen Foster Elementary School offer ?
Stephen Foster Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stephen Foster Elementary School part of?
Stephen Foster Elementary School is part of Alachua School District.
In what neighborhood is Stephen Foster Elementary School located?
Stephen Foster Elementary School is located in the Stephen Foster neighborhood of Gainesville, FL.
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