Foster Traditional Academy
578 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
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.
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.
578
Total Students
29.7
Full-Time Teachers
19.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
46.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| Hispanic | 24 |
| Black | 518 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More | 27 |
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Black518 (89.6 %)
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Two or More27 (4.7 %)
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Hispanic24 (4.2 %)
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White8 (1.4 %)
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Asian1 (0.2 %)
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: | 578 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 29.7 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 19.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 263 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 5 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
101
Grade 1
96
Grade 2
95
Grade 3
94
Grade 4
98
Grade 5
94
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 101 |
| Grade 1 | 96 |
| Grade 2 | 95 |
| Grade 3 | 94 |
| Grade 4 | 98 |
| Grade 5 | 94 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 280 | 48.4% |
| Male | 298 | 51.6% |
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