Average
#797 of 1,226 schools in OR
Foster Elementary School
Elementary School · Sweet Home SD 55
PO Box 747, Foster, OR 97345
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oregon schools
#797 of 1,226
In district
#2 of 7
Sweet Home SD 55
Equity
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About Foster Elementary School
Foster Elementary School is a public elementary school in Foster, OR, part of Sweet Home SD 55. Foster Elementary School serves approximately 303 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Foster Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #797 of 1,226 schools in OR.
Structured state assessment records for Foster Elementary School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- OR avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
65% of students at 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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Foster Elementary School — Students at Foster Elementary School score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)
Based on 30 test records from OR 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: 5.7/10.
How Foster Elementary School Compares
See how Foster Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 747, Foster, OR 97345
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Foster Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sand Ridge Charter School (rated 8.5/10, 10.9 miles away, in nearby Lebanon), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sweet Home Charter School (rated 7.6/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Sweet Home), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Riverview School (rated 7.2/10, 13.5 miles away, in nearby Lebanon), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Foster, see our Foster schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 22.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hawthorne Elementary School Sweet Home | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Sweet Home Junior High School Sweet Home | 2.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Sweet Home High School Sweet Home | 2.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Oak Heights Elementary School Sweet Home | 3.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Sweet Home Charter School Sweet Home | 5.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Holley Elementary School Sweet Home | 6.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Lacomb School Lebanon | 12.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Hamilton Creek School Lebanon | 10.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Sand Ridge Charter School Lebanon | 10.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Seven Oak Middle School Lebanon | 12.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Riverview School Lebanon | 13.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Cascades School Lebanon | 14.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Lebanon High School Lebanon | 14.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Pioneer School Lebanon | 15.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Green Acres School Lebanon | 15.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Mohawk High School Marcola | 18.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Marcola Elementary School Marcola | 18.9 mi | 3.4 |
| Lourdes School Scio | 21.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Walterville Elementary School Springfield | 23.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Scio Middle School Scio | 22.2 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97345 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Home Value
$569,000
Population
321
College Educated
9.6%
Homeownership
84.8%
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Median Age
64.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chapman Hill Elementary School Salem, OR | 5.6 |
| Clear Lake Elementary School Keizer, OR | 5.6 |
| Elmira Elementary School Elmira, OR | 5.6 |
| Glide Elementary School Glide, OR | 5.6 |
| Hawthorne Elementary School Sweet Home, OR | 5.6 |
| Oak Grove Elementary Milwaukie, OR | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Foster Elementary School
What grades does Foster Elementary School serve?
Foster Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Foster Elementary School?
Foster Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 303 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Foster Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Foster Elementary School is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Foster Elementary School rank in OR?
Foster Elementary School ranks #797 of 1,226 schools in OR.
What is Foster Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Foster Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Foster Elementary School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Foster Elementary School a charter school?
No, Foster Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Foster Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Foster Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Foster Elementary School?
75.2% of students at Foster Elementary 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 303
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Linn County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 65.0%
- Phone
- (541) 367-7180
Resources & Links
District
Sweet Home SD 55- District Enrollment
- 2,296
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,465
- District Rank
- #2 of 7
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