Foster Traditional Academy

School Overview
Foster Traditional Academy, located in the Park Hill neighborhood of Louisville, Kentucky, is a public elementary school serving students in grades K-5. As part of the Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) district, the school operates under a "Traditional" magnet model. This academic approach emphasizes a structured, teacher-led environment, characterized by a formal dress code, a focus on core academic subjects, and high expectations for student behavior and discipline. The school aims to provide a consistent, predictable, and rigorous educational experience that prepares students for academic success through traditional instructional methods.

Beyond its academic structure, Foster Traditional Academy functions as a key community institution in West Louisville. The school focuses on building strong partnerships with families and emphasizes character development alongside standard curriculum requirements. By maintaining a clear set of standards and policies, the school strives to create an orderly atmosphere where students can concentrate on literacy, mathematics, and science. The location on South 41st Street serves as a focal point for the local community, working to provide stability and educational continuity for its diverse student body.
317
Total Students
24.7
Full-Time Teachers
12.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
84.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Foster Traditional Academy
Demographic Student Count
White5
Hispanic12
Black296
Asian1
Two or More3
  • Black
    296 (93.4%)
  • Hispanic
    12 (3.8%)
  • White
    5 (1.6%)
  • Two or More
    3 (0.9%)
  • Asian
    1 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Jefferson County
Phone: (502)485-8253
Grade Range: K - 5th
Total Students: 317
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 24.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 263
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 5
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 29
Grade 1 45
Grade 2 55
Grade 3 60
Grade 4 66
Grade 5 62

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Foster Traditional Academy
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten29
Grade 145
Grade 255
Grade 360
Grade 466
Grade 562
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Foster Traditional Academy
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female16652.4%
Male15147.6%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)