FOSTERTOWN ETC MAGNET SCHOOL

FOSTERTOWN ETC MAGNET SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEWBURGH CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in NEWBURGH, NY with about 658 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 48 teachers, FOSTERTOWN ETC MAGNET SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Fostertown Etc. Magnet School, located in Newburgh, New York, is part of the Newburgh Enlarged City School District. As a magnet school, it is designed to offer specialized programming that distinguishes it from traditional neighborhood schools, often focusing on a specific thematic approach to learning—such as the arts, sciences, or technology—intended to attract a diverse student population and encourage academic enrichment. The school serves the local community by providing a structured educational environment that emphasizes core curriculum standards while fostering student engagement through its unique magnet status.

The school is situated on Fostertown Road and operates under the broader mission of the Newburgh school system, which prioritizes college and career readiness, equity, and the development of well-rounded citizens. Families interested in enrollment or specific pedagogical goals typically utilize the district’s official website to access information regarding academic performance, extracurricular offerings, and the specific magnet theme currently implemented at the site. Fostertown plays an integral role in the district’s strategy to provide varied educational pathways for students in the region.

For more information, contact FOSTERTOWN ETC MAGNET SCHOOL at (845) 568-6425 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.