Very Good
#3428 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 36% in state
Stephen Foster Elementary
Elementary School · Bellflower Unified
16703 South Clark Ave., Bellflower, CA 90706
Enrollment
519
Student-Teacher
21.6:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
519
Student-Teacher
21.6:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,428 of 9,539
In Bellflower
#2 of 14
public schools
In district
#2 of 14
Bellflower Unified
Equity
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Stephen Foster Elementary
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About Stephen Foster Elementary
Stephen Foster Elementary is a public elementary school in Bellflower, CA, part of Bellflower Unified. Stephen Foster Elementary serves approximately 519 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 21.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Stephen Foster Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,428 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Stephen Foster Elementary show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 5.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Stephen 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.
37% of students at Stephen 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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Stephen Foster Elementary — Students at Stephen Foster Elementary score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.3%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.1/10.
How Stephen Foster Elementary Compares
See how Stephen 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
16703 South Clark Ave., Bellflower, CA 90706
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Stephen Foster Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Holmes Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Lakewood), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST CYPRIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Long Beach), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BETHANY LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Long Beach), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bellflower, see our Bellflower schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Intensive Learning Center Bellflower | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Bellflower Alternative Education Center Bellflower | 0.5 mi | — |
| Craig Williams Elementary Bellflower | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Gompers Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| ST JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| ST CYPRIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Beach | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| St. Cyprian Elementary Long Beach | 1.0 mi | — |
| BETHANY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Long Beach | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Bethany Lutheran Long Beach | 1.1 mi | — |
| LAKEWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Long Beach | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Thomas Jefferson Elementary Bellflower | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Buena Vista High Lakewood | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Mayfair High Bellflower | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Odyssey STEM Academy Lakewood | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Twain Elementary Long Beach | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| ST PANCRATIUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakewood | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Bancroft Middle Long Beach | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Captain Raymond Collins Long Beach | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| St. Pancratius Lakewood | 1.1 mi | — |
| Holmes Elementary Lakewood | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90706 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,602
Median Home Value
$661,100
Median Rent
$1,771/mo
Population
77,396
College Educated
20.1%
Homeownership
38.1%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
35.9
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|---|---|
| Academy of Technology & Leadership at Saticoy Ventura, CA | 7.0 |
| Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary Garden Grove, CA | 7.0 |
| Aileen Colburn Elementary Atwater, CA | 7.0 |
| Arcohe Elementary Herald, CA | 7.0 |
| Arroyo Elementary Pomona, CA | 7.0 |
| Arroyo Verde Elementary Highland, CA | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Stephen Foster Elementary
What grades does Stephen Foster Elementary serve?
Stephen Foster Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Stephen Foster Elementary?
Stephen Foster Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 519 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Stephen Foster Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Stephen 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 Stephen Foster Elementary rank in CA?
Stephen Foster Elementary ranks #3,428 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Stephen Foster Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Stephen Foster Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Stephen Foster Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Stephen Foster Elementary has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Stephen Foster Elementary a charter school?
No, Stephen Foster Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Stephen Foster Elementary a Title I school?
No, Stephen Foster Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Stephen Foster Elementary?
66.3% of students at Stephen 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 519
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.8%
- Phone
- (562) 804-6518
Resources & Links
District
Bellflower Unified- District Enrollment
- 9,813
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,901
- District Rank
- #2 of 14
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