Serving 394 students in grades 1-5, Lee R Foster Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lee R Foster Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Lee R Foster Elementary School's student population of 394 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
394 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lee R Foster Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lee R Foster Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#851 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
34%
28%
Black
11%
16%
White
48%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lee R Foster Elementary School's ranking?
Lee R Foster Elementary School is ranked #851 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Lee R Foster Elementary School often compared to?
Lee R Foster Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kerkstra Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Lee R Foster Elementary School?
394 students attend Lee R Foster Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Lee R Foster Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lee R Foster Elementary School?
Lee R Foster Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lee R Foster Elementary School offer ?
Lee R Foster Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Lee R Foster Elementary School part of?
Lee R Foster Elementary School is part of Forest Ridge SD 142 School District.
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