Foster Elementary
398 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
School Overview
Foster Elementary School, located at 1620 N. Pannes St. in Compton, California, is a public educational institution serving the local community within the Compton Unified School District. As a neighborhood school, it is committed to providing foundational academic instruction to its elementary-age students, focusing on core curriculum standards and student development. The school operates under the broader framework of the Compton Unified School District, which emphasizes equity, academic achievement, and preparing students for success in middle school and beyond.
As part of the Compton Unified system, Foster Elementary works to foster a supportive learning environment, often integrating resources and programs designed to meet the diverse needs of its student population. The school serves as a central hub for families in the 90221 zip code, offering a structured environment that encourages both intellectual growth and social-emotional learning. For further information regarding specific school programs, enrollment procedures, or current school year updates, parents and community members are encouraged to visit the official district website at http://www.compton.k12.ca.us.
As part of the Compton Unified system, Foster Elementary works to foster a supportive learning environment, often integrating resources and programs designed to meet the diverse needs of its student population. The school serves as a central hub for families in the 90221 zip code, offering a structured environment that encourages both intellectual growth and social-emotional learning. For further information regarding specific school programs, enrollment procedures, or current school year updates, parents and community members are encouraged to visit the official district website at http://www.compton.k12.ca.us.
398
Total Students
16.0
Full-Time Teachers
24.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
84.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Hispanic | 351 |
| Black | 42 |
| Pacific Islander | 2 |
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Hispanic351 (88.2%)
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Black42 (10.6%)
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White3 (0.8%)
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Pacific Islander2 (0.5%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | Compton Unified |
| Phone: | (310)898-6180 |
| Website: | http://www.compton.k12.ca.us |
| Grade Range: | K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 398 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 16.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 24.9 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 319 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 19 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
92
Grade 1
49
Grade 2
69
Grade 3
65
Grade 4
60
Grade 5
63
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 92 |
| Grade 1 | 49 |
| Grade 2 | 69 |
| Grade 3 | 65 |
| Grade 4 | 60 |
| Grade 5 | 63 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 203 | 51% |
| Male | 195 | 49% |
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