Below Average
#7526 of 9,539 schools in CA
Foster Elementary
Elementary School · Baldwin Park Unified
13900 Foster Ave., Baldwin Park, CA 91706
Enrollment
454
Student-Teacher
21.6:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
454
Student-Teacher
21.6:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,526 of 9,539
In Baldwin Park
#14 of 17
public schools
In district
#14 of 17
Baldwin Park Unified
Equity
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About Foster Elementary
Foster Elementary is a public elementary school in Baldwin Park, CA, part of Baldwin Park Unified. Foster Elementary serves approximately 454 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Foster Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #7,526 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Foster Elementary show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Foster Elementary runs 21.6:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
41% of students at Foster Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Foster Elementary — Students at Foster Elementary score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.1/10.
How Foster Elementary Compares
See how Foster Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
13900 Foster Ave., Baldwin Park, CA 91706
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Foster Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Edgewood Academy (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby La Puente), which scores notably higher. Another option is J. E. Van Wig Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby La Puente), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kenmore Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Baldwin Park, see our Baldwin Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EAST VALLEY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Baldwin Park | 0.4 mi | — |
| East Valley Adventist Baldwin Park | 0.4 mi | — |
| Charles D. Jones Middle Baldwin Park | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Sierra Vista Middle Baldwin Park | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Sierra Vista High Baldwin Park | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Kenmore Elementary Baldwin Park | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| J. E. Van Wig Elementary La Puente | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Tracy Elementary Baldwin Park | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST Baldwin Park | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST SCHOOL Baldwin Park | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Vineland Elementary Baldwin Park | 0.8 mi | 3.5 |
| San Jose Charter Academy West Covina | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Sunkist Elementary La Puente | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Edgewood Academy La Puente | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Torch Middle La Puente | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Charles Bursch Elementary Baldwin Park | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Bishop Amat Memorial High La Puente | 1.3 mi | — |
| Nueva Vista Continuation High La Puente | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| BISHOP AMAT MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL La Puente | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Bassett Senior High La Puente | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91706 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,473
Median Home Value
$589,900
Median Rent
$1,816/mo
Population
71,620
College Educated
14.4%
Homeownership
59%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Median Age
37.4
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Ansgar Larsen Elementary Oxnard, CA | 4.8 |
| Aptitud Community Academy at Goss San Jose, CA | 4.8 |
| Barbara Webster Elementary Santa Paula, CA | 4.8 |
| Barton Elementary Long Beach, CA | 4.8 |
| Beardsley Elementary Bakersfield, CA | 4.8 |
| Bennett/Kew P-8 Leadership Academy of Excellence Inglewood, CA | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Foster Elementary
What grades does Foster Elementary serve?
Foster Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Foster Elementary?
Foster Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 454 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Foster Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Foster Elementary is 21.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Foster Elementary rank in CA?
Foster Elementary ranks #7,526 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Foster Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Foster Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Foster Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Foster Elementary has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Foster Elementary a charter school?
No, Foster Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Foster Elementary a Title I school?
No, Foster Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Foster Elementary?
94.3% of students at Foster Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 454
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.5%
- Phone
- (626) 962-8111
Resources & Links
District
Baldwin Park Unified- District Enrollment
- 9,929
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,158
- District Rank
- #14 of 17
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