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William Foster Elementary School
Elementary School · Garfield Heights City Schools
12801 Bangor Ave, Garfield Heights, OH 44125
Enrollment
445
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
445
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#3,322 of 3,441
In Garfield Heights
#5 of 8
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
Garfield Heights City Schools
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About William Foster Elementary School
William Foster Elementary School is a public elementary school in Garfield Heights, OH, part of Garfield Heights City Schools. William Foster Elementary School serves approximately 445 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. William Foster Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,322 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for William Foster Elementary School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.7
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
58% of students at William Foster Elementary 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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William Foster Elementary School — Students at William Foster Elementary School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH 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: 2.5/10.
How William Foster Elementary School Compares
See how William Foster Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
12801 Bangor Ave, Garfield Heights, OH 44125
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William Foster Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RAMAH JUNIOR ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Cleveland), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST BENEDICT CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST BENEDICT CATHOLIC SCHOOLS (rated 6.5/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Maple Heights), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Garfield Heights, see our Garfield Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TRINITY HIGH SCHOOL Garfield Heights | 0.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Maple Leaf Elementary School Garfield Heights | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Garfield Heights Middle School Garfield Heights | 0.8 mi | 3.0 |
| Elmwood Elementary School Garfield Heights | 0.6 mi | 3.6 |
| ST BENEDICT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Garfield Heights | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| The Brilliance School Garfield Heights | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Garfield Heights High School Garfield Heights | 1.4 mi | 2.9 |
| ST BENEDICT CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Maple Heights | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| J.F. Kennedy School Maple Heights | 1.6 mi | 4.1 |
| SMART Academy Garfield Heights | 1.9 mi | 2.7 |
| Abraham Lincoln School Maple Heights | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Barack Obama School Maple Heights | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| North Shore High School Garfield Heights | 1.7 mi | 3.2 |
| Miles School Cleveland | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Maple Heights High School Maple Heights | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| RAMAH JUNIOR ACADEMY Cleveland | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Harvard Avenue Performance Academy Cleveland | 2.3 mi | 3.9 |
| John F Kennedy High School Cleveland | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Robert H Jamison School Cleveland | 2.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Citizens Academy Southeast Cleveland | 2.5 mi | 2.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44125 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,524
Median Home Value
$107,400
Median Rent
$1,103/mo
Population
29,366
College Educated
17.4%
Homeownership
61.8%
Avg Commute
22.7 min
Poverty Rate
19.5%
Median Age
39.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Almira Cleveland, OH | 3.2 |
| Arlington Elementary School Toledo, OH | 3.2 |
| Ely Elementary School Elyria, OH | 3.2 |
| Longfellow Elementary School Toledo, OH | 3.2 |
| Rothenberg Preparatory Academy Cincinnati, OH | 3.2 |
| Sherman Elementary School Mansfield, OH | 3.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William Foster Elementary School
What grades does William Foster Elementary School serve?
William Foster Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend William Foster Elementary School?
William Foster Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 445 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William Foster Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at William Foster Elementary School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William Foster Elementary School rank in OH?
William Foster Elementary School ranks #3,322 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is William Foster Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
William Foster Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 William Foster Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William Foster Elementary School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is William Foster Elementary School a charter school?
No, William Foster Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William Foster Elementary School a Title I school?
No, William Foster Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 445
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cuyahoga County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.5%
- Phone
- (216) 475-8123
Resources & Links
District
Garfield Heights City Schools- District Enrollment
- 2,920
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,472
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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