FOSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Foster El Sch is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Mt Lebanon SD school district, located in Pittsburgh, PA with about 240 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th 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 19 teachers, Foster El Sch 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.

Foster Elementary School, located at 700 Vermont Avenue in the Mt. Lebanon School District of Pittsburgh, PA, is a prominent public primary school serving students in grades K–5. The school is widely recognized for its strong academic focus, dedicated teaching staff, and a supportive community environment. As part of a highly-rated district, Foster Elementary prioritizes a well-rounded education, emphasizing core subjects like literacy and mathematics while fostering personal development and social-emotional growth in its students.

Beyond its rigorous curriculum, the school is known for its active parent-teacher involvement and a variety of extracurricular opportunities that help create a collaborative school culture. The facility itself serves as a central hub for the neighborhood, reflecting the community’s commitment to academic excellence and student success. By maintaining small class sizes and emphasizing individualized attention, Foster Elementary continues to be a staple of the local educational landscape, preparing students for successful transitions into middle school.

For more information, contact Foster El Sch at (412) 344-2162 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.