Needs Improvement
#8071 of 8,552 schools in TX
Foster EL
Elementary School · SAN ANTONIO ISD
6718 PECAN VLY DR, San Antonio, TX 78223
Enrollment
370
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
370
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,071 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#430 of 516
public schools
In district
#65 of 94
SAN ANTONIO ISD
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Foster EL
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About Foster EL
Foster EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of SAN ANTONIO ISD. Foster EL serves approximately 370 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Foster EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #8,071 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Foster EL show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.6
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at Foster EL 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 EL — Students at Foster EL score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX 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: 3.6/10.
How Foster EL Compares
See how Foster EL 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
6718 PECAN VLY DR, San Antonio, TX 78223
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Foster EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. STEELE MONTESSORI EL (rated 7.2/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MISSION ACADEMY (rated 6.5/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SCHENCK EL (rated 6.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PRE/K FOR SA - EAST CENTRAL ISD San Antonio | 0.5 mi | 3.1 |
| SCHENCK EL San Antonio | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| JUBILEE HIGHLAND HILLS San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 2.7 |
| COMPASS ROSE LEGACY San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| COMPASS ROSE LEGACY EL San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| MURIEL FORBES EL San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| CHARLES C BALL EL San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| CAST MED H S San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| ROGERS MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 3.2 |
| HOT WELLS MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| HIGHLAND HILLS EL San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 3.0 |
| HOLY NAME CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| HIGHLAND FOREST EL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| SOMERSET ACADEMY BROOKS San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 3.8 |
| HIGHLANDS H S San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 3.7 |
| MISSION ACADEMY San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| PECAN VALLEY EL San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 1.9 |
| STEELE MONTESSORI EL San Antonio | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| ELOISE JAPHET ACADEMY San Antonio | 2.3 mi | 2.9 |
| DEMOCRACY PREP AT STEWART ACADEMY San Antonio | 2.7 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78223 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,352
Median Home Value
$156,700
Median Rent
$1,054/mo
Population
57,298
College Educated
11.6%
Homeownership
57.5%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
23.7%
Median Age
34.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACADEMY OF DALLAS Dallas, TX | 3.4 |
| BROOK AVENUE EL Waco, TX | 3.4 |
| CUMBERLAND ACADEMY UPPER EL Tyler, TX | 3.4 |
| DISHMAN EL Beaumont, TX | 3.4 |
| EASTERN HILLS EL Fort Worth, TX | 3.4 |
| FLOYD EL Blach Springs, TX | 3.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Foster EL
What grades does Foster EL serve?
Foster EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Foster EL?
Foster EL has an enrollment of approximately 370 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Foster EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Foster EL is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Foster EL rank in TX?
Foster EL ranks #8,071 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Foster EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Foster EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Foster EL has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Foster EL a charter school?
No, Foster EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Foster EL a Title I school?
No, Foster EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Foster EL?
98.4% of students at Foster EL 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
- 370
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.4%
- Phone
- (210) 438-6855
Resources & Links
District
SAN ANTONIO ISD- District Enrollment
- 44,670
- Schools in District
- 98
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,971
- District Rank
- #65 of 94
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