Serving 2,388 students in grades 9-12, Foster High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,388 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Foster High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Foster High School's student population of 2,388 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 111 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
111 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Foster High School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Foster High School is 0.74, which is more 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
#444 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
32%
53%
Black
26%
13%
White
29%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Foster High School's ranking?
Foster High School is ranked #444 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Foster High School often compared to?
Foster High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William B Travis High School, George Ranch High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Foster High School?
The graduation rate of Foster High School is 96%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Foster High School?
2,388 students attend Foster High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Foster High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 26% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Foster High School?
Foster High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Foster High School offer ?
Foster High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Foster High School part of?
Foster High School is part of Lamar CISD School District.
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