Very Good
#779 of 2,105 schools in WI
Top 37% in state
Stephen Foster Elementary Charter
Elementary School · Appleton Area School District
305 W Foster St, Appleton, WI 54915
Enrollment
253
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
253
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#779 of 2,105
In Appleton
#10 of 38
public schools
In district
#7 of 36
Appleton Area School District
Equity
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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About Stephen Foster Elementary Charter
Stephen Foster Elementary Charter is a public elementary school in Appleton, WI, part of Appleton Area School District. Stephen Foster Elementary Charter serves approximately 253 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Stephen Foster Elementary Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #779 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Stephen Foster Elementary Charter show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 6.6
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Stephen Foster Elementary Charter is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Stephen Foster Elementary Charter — Students at Stephen Foster Elementary Charter score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 34 test records from WI 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: 6.9/10.
How Stephen Foster Elementary Charter Compares
See how Stephen Foster Elementary Charter 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
305 W Foster St, Appleton, WI 54915
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Stephen Foster Elementary Charter may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fox River Academy (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Appleton Bilingual School (rated 7.5/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Ronald C Dunlap Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Appleton, see our Appleton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RIVERVIEW LUTHERAN SCHOOL Appleton | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Maplewood Middle Menasha | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Appleton Cooperative Educational Center Appleton | 1.0 mi | — |
| Madison Middle Appleton | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Valley New School Appleton | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Fox River Academy Appleton | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Jefferson Elementary Appleton | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Appleton | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Appleview Appleton | 1.4 mi | — |
| McKinley Elementary Appleton | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Wilson Middle Appleton | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Edison Elementary Appleton | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Appleton Bilingual School Appleton | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| XAVIER HIGH SCHOOL Appleton | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Columbus Elementary Appleton | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Richmond Elementary Appleton | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Appleton Technical Academy Appleton | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Renaissance School Appleton | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| West High Appleton | 1.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Ronald C Dunlap Elementary School Appleton | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 54915 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,814
Median Home Value
$247,900
Median Rent
$974/mo
Population
44,269
College Educated
38%
Homeownership
72.6%
Avg Commute
20.2 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
38.5
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACE Alliance Charter Elementary Neenah, WI | 7.2 |
| Athens Elementary Athens, WI | 7.2 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Milwaukee, WI | 7.2 |
| Barlow Park Charter School Ripon, WI | 7.2 |
| Brookwood Elementary Genoa City, WI | 7.2 |
| Florence Elementary Florence, WI | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Stephen Foster Elementary Charter
What grades does Stephen Foster Elementary Charter serve?
Stephen Foster Elementary Charter serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Stephen Foster Elementary Charter?
Stephen Foster Elementary Charter has an enrollment of approximately 253 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Stephen Foster Elementary Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at Stephen Foster Elementary Charter is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Stephen Foster Elementary Charter rank in WI?
Stephen Foster Elementary Charter ranks #779 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Stephen Foster Elementary Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
Stephen Foster Elementary Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Stephen Foster Elementary Charter?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Stephen Foster Elementary Charter has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Stephen Foster Elementary Charter a charter school?
Yes, Stephen Foster Elementary Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Stephen Foster Elementary Charter a Title I school?
No, Stephen Foster Elementary Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Stephen Foster Elementary Charter?
69.2% of students at Stephen Foster Elementary Charter 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 253
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Outagamie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.6%
- Phone
- (920) 852-5470
Resources & Links
District
Appleton Area School District- District Enrollment
- 15,230
- Schools in District
- 38
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,085
- District Rank
- #7 of 36
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