Serving 510 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Foster Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Foster Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Foster Elementary School's student population of 510 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
510 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1910
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 22, 2026
School Motto
The Road to Success Starts with Me
School Rankings
Foster Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Foster Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6510 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
71%
53%
Black
19%
13%
White
4%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Foster Elementary School's ranking?
Foster Elementary School is ranked #6510 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Foster Elementary School?
510 students attend Foster Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Foster Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Foster Elementary School?
Foster Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Foster Elementary School offer ?
Foster Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Foster Elementary School part of?
Foster Elementary School is part of Arlington Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Foster Elementary School located?
Foster Elementary School is located in the East Arlington neighborhood of Arlington, TX. There are 17 other public schools located in East Arlington.
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