STEPHEN C FOSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

STEPHEN C FOSTER EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the DALLAS ISD school district, located in DALLAS, TX with about 725 students offering grade levels from Pre-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 44 teachers, STEPHEN C FOSTER EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Stephen C. Foster Elementary School is a public school located in the North Dallas area (specifically in the 75220 zip code), serving as part of the Dallas Independent School District (Dallas ISD). The school is named in honor of the American songwriter Stephen Collins Foster and serves a diverse community of students at the primary education level. By aligning with Dallas ISD’s academic framework, the school aims to provide a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes foundational learning, literacy, and student growth within a structured neighborhood school environment.

As part of the larger Dallas ISD network, the school benefits from the district’s resources, including professional development for educators and access to various academic initiatives intended to boost student achievement. Families in the area can look to the school's official website at [dallasisd.org/foster](http://www.dallasisd.org/foster) for specific details regarding enrollment, campus-specific programs, school calendars, and recent performance reports. Being situated on Clover Lane, the campus serves as a central hub for local families, prioritizing a supportive educational atmosphere tailored to the needs of its diverse student body.

For more information, contact STEPHEN C FOSTER EL at (972) 794-8100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.