Serving 445 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, William Foster Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
William Foster Elementary School's student population of 445 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
445 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Motto
As the heart of the community, Garfield Heights City Schools fully prepares students to pursue their dreams as engaged citizens and future leaders.
School Rankings
William Foster Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William Foster Elementary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2666 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
78%
17%
White
9%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William Foster Elementary School's ranking?
William Foster Elementary School is ranked #2666 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend William Foster Elementary School?
445 students attend William Foster Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of William Foster Elementary School students are Black, 9% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William Foster Elementary School?
William Foster Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does William Foster Elementary School offer ?
William Foster Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William Foster Elementary School part of?
William Foster Elementary School is part of Garfield Heights City Schools.
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