Foster Traditional Academy

Foster Traditional Academy

Public Elementary School | Grade K-5
1401 S 41st St,  Louisville, KY
Jefferson County Public Schools
5.0
566 Students
C-
Niche Grade
Foster Traditional Academy is a public elementary school in the Jefferson County public school district, serving students in Grades K-8. Foster is a part of the district's magnet program in this area and is on the mission to touch the heart and mind of every student. Its vision is to academically, socially and emotionally prepare each student for the next grade level and beyond. Foster Traditional Academy sits on an expansive 42 acre campus with a beautiful modern building. In addition to the comprehensive education program offered at FTA, students have an opportunity to participate in honors and advanced programs. FTA participates in the Kentucky Department of Education's Student Technology Leadership Program, a state-wide club program where students learn about technology and design projects. Members can then compete in "challenges" against other schools, culminating in a state-wide championship. Other extracurricular activities include drama, basketball, cheerleading, band, orchestra and extended school services.

School Details

Head of School
Letisha Young
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Math Proficiency
3%
Reading Proficiency
15%

Niche Grade

C-
Academics
C-
Teachers
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Academics
Reading Proficiency
15%
Math Proficiency
3%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
30
Full Time Teachers
30
Teachers in First or Second Year
17.9%

GreatSchools Rating

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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
573:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.6%
Female
48.4%
Black
89.6%
Two or more races
4.7%
Hispanic
4.2%
White
1.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
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Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
5.0 4 Reviews
5.0 parent
4/8/2014
Foster Traditional Academy is an institute that focuses on education and giving youth leadership opportunities. Principal Gunn is a dynamic leader and he believes in our youth and cares about them. Foster is a great school because it cares about its community and really works towards involving paren...
5.0 other
8/8/2013
My sister has 7 children, all of which attend/attended this school. I have heard nothing but great things about Foster. I recently attended an event at Foster that was geared toward the preparation of the newly implemented KCCT and let me tell you, I couldn't have been more impressed! They have a ne...
5.0 parent
10/7/2011
I am so happy that my son attends this school! He started there under the guidance of Ms. Murphy in Kindergarten and is now in first grade being taught by Ms. Reidling. He is so excited about school and these teachers communicate so well with myself and my husband concerning his progress and any nee...
5.0 parent
4/19/2010

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