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#7292 of 9,539 schools in CA
Foster Road Elementary
Elementary School · Norwalk-La Mirada Unified
13930 East Foster Rd., La Mirada, CA 90638
Enrollment
261
Student-Teacher
23.7:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
261
Student-Teacher
23.7:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,292 of 9,539
In La Mirada
#9 of 10
public schools
In district
#20 of 25
Norwalk-La Mirada Unified
Academic performance
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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About Foster Road Elementary
Foster Road Elementary is a public elementary school in La Mirada, CA, part of Norwalk-La Mirada Unified. Foster Road Elementary serves approximately 261 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Foster Road Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #7,292 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Foster Road Elementary show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Foster Road Elementary runs 23.7:1 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.
34% of students at Foster Road 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 Road Elementary — Students at Foster Road Elementary score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.3/10.
How Foster Road Elementary Compares
See how Foster Road Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
13930 East Foster Rd., La Mirada, CA 90638
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Foster Road Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ceres Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Whittier), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gardenhill Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Escalona Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in La Mirada, see our La Mirada schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST PAUL OF THE CROSS SCHOOL La Mirada | 0.1 mi | 5.9 |
| St. Paul of the Cross Elementary La Mirada | 0.1 mi | — |
| Arlie F. Hutchinson Middle La Mirada | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Los Altos Elementary Whittier | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Gardenhill Elementary La Mirada | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Loma Vista Elementary Whittier | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| John H. Glenn High Norwalk | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| ST LINUS CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Norwalk | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| St. Linus School Norwalk | 1.3 mi | — |
| ST GREGORY THE GREAT SCHOOL Whittier | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| St. Gregory the Great Whittier | 1.6 mi | — |
| La Colima Elementary Whittier | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| CPU K12 Academy Santa Fe Springs | 1.6 mi | — |
| Carmela Elementary Whittier | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Escalona Elementary La Mirada | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Ceres Elementary Whittier | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Heights Christian Schools, Bluefield Campus La Mirada | 1.6 mi | — |
| Howard J. McKibben Elementary Whittier | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Carmenita Middle Cerritos | 2.0 mi | 8.5 |
| La Mirada High La Mirada | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90638 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,606
Median Home Value
$765,100
Median Rent
$2,052/mo
Population
45,714
College Educated
39.6%
Homeownership
76.5%
Avg Commute
32.4 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
43.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Foster Road Elementary
What grades does Foster Road Elementary serve?
Foster Road Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Foster Road Elementary?
Foster Road Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 261 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Foster Road Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Foster Road Elementary is 23.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Foster Road Elementary rank in CA?
Foster Road Elementary ranks #7,292 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Foster Road Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Foster Road Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Road Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Foster Road Elementary has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Foster Road Elementary a charter school?
No, Foster Road Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Foster Road Elementary a Title I school?
No, Foster Road Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Foster Road Elementary?
80.5% of students at Foster Road 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
- 261
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.1%
- Phone
- (562) 210-2790
Resources & Links
District
Norwalk-La Mirada Unified- District Enrollment
- 15,052
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,237
- District Rank
- #20 of 25
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