Below Average
#2394 of 2,846 schools in PA
Foose Sch
Elementary School · Harrisburg City SD
1301 Sycamore St, Harrisburg, PA 17104
Enrollment
511
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
511
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,394 of 2,846
In Harrisburg
#31 of 40
public schools
In district
#8 of 12
Harrisburg City SD
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Foose Sch
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About Foose Sch
Foose Sch is a public elementary school in Harrisburg, PA, part of Harrisburg City SD. Foose Sch serves approximately 511 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Foose Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,394 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Foose Sch show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 4.4
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Foose Sch sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
59% of students at Foose Sch 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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Foose Sch — Students at Foose Sch score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from PA 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: 6.2/10.
How Foose Sch Compares
See how Foose Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1301 Sycamore St, Harrisburg, PA 17104
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Foose Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST STEPHEN'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARRISBURG CATHOLIC ELEMENTRY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST THERESA SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby New Cumberland), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Harrisburg, see our Harrisburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sylvan Heights Science CS Harrisburg | 0.1 mi | 2.7 |
| Rowland Academy Harrisburg | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Scott Sch Harrisburg | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Melrose Sch Harrisburg | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Harrisburg | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| JOSHUA LEARNING CENTER Harrisburg | 1.1 mi | — |
| Cougar Academy Harrisburg | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Harrisburg HS - SciTech Cmp Harrisburg | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Premier Arts and Science CS Harrisburg | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Capital Area School for the Arts CS Harrisburg | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Marshall Math Science Academy Harrisburg | 1.4 mi | 2.7 |
| Marshall Academy Harrisburg | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| ST THERESA SCHOOL New Cumberland | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| HARRISBURG CATHOLIC ELEMENTRY SCHOOL Harrisburg | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| HANSEL & GRETEL EARLY LEARNING CENTER Harrisburg | 1.6 mi | — |
| New Cumberland MS New Cumberland | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Harrisburg HS Harrisburg | 1.6 mi | 3.6 |
| ST STEPHEN'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Harrisburg | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| LEARNING & SHARING New Cumberland | 1.9 mi | — |
| Hillside El Sch New Cumberland | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17104 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,113
Median Home Value
$102,200
Median Rent
$953/mo
Population
19,401
College Educated
17.4%
Homeownership
40.4%
Avg Commute
20.5 min
Poverty Rate
30.5%
Median Age
34.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Foose Sch
What grades does Foose Sch serve?
Foose Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Foose Sch?
Foose Sch has an enrollment of approximately 511 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Foose Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Foose Sch is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Foose Sch rank in PA?
Foose Sch ranks #2,394 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Foose Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Foose Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Foose Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Foose Sch has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Foose Sch a charter school?
No, Foose Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Foose Sch a Title I school?
No, Foose Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Foose Sch?
100.0% of students at Foose Sch 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 511
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Dauphin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.5%
- Phone
- (717) 703-1280
Resources & Links
District
Harrisburg City SD- District Enrollment
- 6,395
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,239
- District Rank
- #8 of 12
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