Serving 398 students in grades Prekindergarten-1, William Foster Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: William Foster Elementary School serves a central area in Cleveland, OH, covering approximately 2.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
William Foster Elementary School's student population of 398 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
398 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
As the heart of the community, Garfield Heights City Schools fully prepares students to pursue their dreams as engaged citizens and future leaders.
School Rankings
William Foster Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William Foster Elementary School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2666 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
79%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. 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)64.3%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William Foster Elementary School's ranking?
William Foster Elementary School is ranked #2666 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend William Foster Elementary School?
398 students attend William Foster Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of William Foster Elementary School students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William Foster Elementary School?
William Foster Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does William Foster Elementary School offer ?
William Foster Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William Foster Elementary School part of?
William Foster Elementary School is part of Garfield Heights City Schools.
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