Below Average
#2729 of 3,192 schools in MI
James Foote School
Elementary School · Lincoln Park School District of the City of
3250 ABBOTT AVE, Lincoln Park, MI 48146
Enrollment
300
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
300
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,729 of 3,192
In Lincoln Park
#9 of 10
public schools
In district
#9 of 10
Lincoln Park School District of the City of
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About James Foote School
James Foote School is a public elementary school in Lincoln Park, MI, part of Lincoln Park School District of the City of. James Foote School serves approximately 300 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. James Foote School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,729 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for James Foote School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at James Foote School 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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James Foote School — Students at James Foote School score 21% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from MI 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 James Foote School Compares
See how James Foote School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3250 ABBOTT AVE, Lincoln Park, MI 48146
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering James Foote School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CABRINI ELEMENTARY & MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Allen Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hoover School (rated 7.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lincoln Park, see our Lincoln Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Park High School Lincoln Park | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Lincoln Park Middle School Lincoln Park | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Hoover School Lincoln Park | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lincoln Park | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Max Paun School Lincoln Park | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Allen Park Middle School Allen Park | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Earl F Carr School Lincoln Park | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| CABRINI HIGH SCHOOL Allen Park | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Arno Elementary School Allen Park | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Mixter School Lincoln Park | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| CABRINI ELEMENTARY & MIDDLE SCHOOL Allen Park | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Keppen School Lincoln Park | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Lafayette School Lincoln Park | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Shelters Elementary School Southgate | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Grogan Elementary School Southgate | 1.9 mi | 3.6 |
| Woodrow Wilson School Wyandotte | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Lindemann Elementary School Allen Park | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Raupp School Lincoln Park | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Jefferson Elementary School Wyandotte | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Creative Montessori Academy Southgate | 1.8 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48146 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,183
Median Home Value
$117,400
Median Rent
$972/mo
Population
39,511
College Educated
11.3%
Homeownership
69.8%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
22.1%
Median Age
34.9
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|---|---|
| Barhitte Elementary School Burton, MI | 4.5 |
| Capac Elementary School Mussey, MI | 4.5 |
| Coit Creative Arts Academy Grand Rapids, MI | 4.5 |
| Delton Kellogg Elem School Delton, MI | 4.5 |
| Onaway Elementary School Onaway, MI | 4.5 |
| Robert D Brandon Elem School Martin, MI | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James Foote School
What grades does James Foote School serve?
James Foote School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend James Foote School?
James Foote School has an enrollment of approximately 300 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at James Foote School?
The student-teacher ratio at James Foote School is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does James Foote School rank in MI?
James Foote School ranks #2,729 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is James Foote School's MySchoolScout rating?
James Foote School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 James Foote School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, James Foote School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is James Foote School a charter school?
No, James Foote School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is James Foote School a Title I school?
No, James Foote School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for James Foote School?
89.0% of students at James Foote School 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 300
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.7%
- Phone
- (313) 389-0216
Resources & Links
District
Lincoln Park School District of the City of- District Enrollment
- 4,906
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,564
- District Rank
- #9 of 10
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