Serving 572 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Stephen Foster Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 572 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Stephen Foster Elementary School serves the eastern part of Fort Lauderdale, covering an area of approximately 3.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stephen Foster Elementary School's student population of 572 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
572 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
'Your Future Starts Here'
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 0.38, which is less 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
#2202 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
77%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
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 #2202 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 Mirror Lake Elementary School, Virginia Shuman Young 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 52% FL state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Stephen Foster Elementary School?
572 students attend Stephen Foster Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Stephen Foster Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stephen Foster Elementary School?
Stephen Foster Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, 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 Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stephen Foster Elementary School part of?
Stephen Foster Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
In what neighborhood is Stephen Foster Elementary School located?
Stephen Foster Elementary School is located in the Riverland Village neighborhood of Fort Lauderdale, FL.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
My son started at Stephen Foster and in my opinion he did not have a good experience. He started off fine but as time progressed I noticed that not only has his self-confidence fallen but also his academic progress. He always seems to look sad and he always seems to be distracted, unenthusiastic and he never talk about what he has learned in school. I tried contacting his teacher numerous times to set up a meeting but I never received a response from her or anyone else. I decided to transfer him back to his old school where you can actually have a conversation with your child''s teacher about their progress and he is so excited. P.S The Assistant Principal at Stephen Foster is absolutely wonderful.
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