Foster Elementary School

Foster Elementary School offers an astounding education to students in Allied Gardens.

An elevated view of the playing field at Foster Elementary School.

Students love to play at Foster Elementary School.

Foster Elementary School

Public Elementary School | Grade K-5

6550 51st St, San Diego, CA

Allied Gardens Neighborhood

San Diego Unified School District

429 Students

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Karla Shiminski

Student Teacher Ratio
21:1

Math Proficiency
31%

Reading Proficiency
31%

B-

Academics

B+

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

31%

Math Proficiency

31%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio 21:1 Teachers 24	Full Time Teachers 24
Teachers in First or Second Year 6.9%

Test Scores

Equity

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

1,975:1

Student Diversity

Male 52.3%	Female 47.7%
Hispanic 39%	White 28.8%
Two or more races 13.5%	Black 9.8%
Asian 5.2%	Filipino 2.3%
Native American <1%

School Rankings

#75 Most Diverse Public ES in California

Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

5.0 parent

3/5/2026

Amazing school with so many great things and activities like glow parties and movie nights for the kids to enjoy outside of class. It’s wonderful to see a school that makes sure students have fun while still staying safe.Our daughter had Ms. Tomik, who is an excellent teacher, and now she has Mrs. R...

5.0 parent

3/10/2025

We've had a great experience at Foster so far. Our daughter is in UTK and her teachers are caring, respectful, and constantly working to find new and creative ways to engage the kids. Foster has an energized parent community and works hard to do outreach to the surrounding community. The Principal i...

5.0 parent

3/6/2025

We love Foster and our kids are thriving here. The teachers are great and the principal is accessible. We love all of the events at the school and have made tons of friends in the neighborhood.

5.0 parent

3/6/2025

We chose to not Choice and we are so happy that we have 2 kids at Foster. The teachers, staff, and PTA are stellar. Our kids feel safe. Our teachers are excellent with their communication around performance, positive and constructive. Our school is diverse in abilities and backgrounds. If you are in...

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Public Schools shown may be Choice Schools

Patrick Henry High School

9th to 12th
Public

Herbert Hoover High School

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Rancho Mission Canyon Park

Grantville Park

Playground
Multi-Purpose Field

Allied Gardens Recreation Center

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Trails

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California San Diego County San Diego 92120 Allied Gardens

Foster Elementary School is a public school for students in grades K-5 in San Diego, CA and is served by the San Diego Unified School District in California. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 429 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 21:1. Academic records show that 31% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 31% are proficient in reading. Foster Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $975,252. Discover additional schools in the area, like Patrick Henry High School, Herbert Hoover High School, Crawford High School, and more. Learn more about what San Diego has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Foster Elementary School.

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