FOUST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Foust Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Owensboro Independent school district, located in Owensboro, KY with about 371 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 4th Grade. 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 29 teachers, Foust Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Foust Elementary School, located in Owensboro, Kentucky, is a public school serving students in the Owensboro Public Schools district. The school is known for fostering a community-focused learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and the social-emotional development of its students. By utilizing a comprehensive curriculum, Foust aims to prepare its young learners for success in middle school and beyond, often highlighting the importance of building strong foundational skills in reading, writing, and mathematics.

Beyond the classroom, Foust Elementary is actively involved in the local Owensboro community, often hosting events and initiatives that encourage parent and guardian participation. The school places a high value on creating an inclusive atmosphere where students are supported by dedicated staff and resources tailored to diverse learning needs. With its central location on Foust Avenue, the school remains a staple of the local educational landscape, committed to maintaining a positive school culture that celebrates student achievement and lifelong learning.

For more information, contact Foust Elementary School at (270) 686-1060 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

601 Foust Ave
Owensboro, KY 42301
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FOUST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Owensboro, KY with about 371 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Kentucky

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Not applicable
Total Students:
371
Teachers:
29.5
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 371 students

White
41.5%
Two or more races
17.5%
Black or African American
14.8%
Asian
14.0%
Hispanic/Latino
12.1%

Female
47.2%
Male
52.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.