FOSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Foster Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Compton Unified school district, located in Compton, CA with about 738 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 26 teachers, Foster Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 28:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

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.

For more information, contact Foster Elementary at (310) 898-6180 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.