Serving 387 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (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 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Foster Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Foster Elementary School's student population of 387 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Foster Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Foster Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#3335 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
31%
37%
Black
64%
21%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Foster Elementary School's ranking?
Foster Elementary School is ranked #3335 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Foster Elementary School often compared to?
Foster Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tampa Heights Elementary Magnet by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Foster Elementary School?
387 students attend Foster Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Foster Elementary School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Foster Elementary School?
Foster Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Foster Elementary School offer ?
Foster Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Foster Elementary School part of?
Foster Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Foster Elementary School located?
Foster Elementary School is located in the Old Seminole Heights neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 7 other public schools located in Old Seminole Heights.
School Calendar
View the Foster Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Last Day of School/End of 4th Grading Period (end of 2nd Semester)
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
Students' First Day of School
August 11, 2025 (Monday)
Fall Break/Non-Student Days*
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break/Non-Student Days
March 16, 2026 (Monday)
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