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Elementary Schools

Foose School

Harrisburg City SD · Dauphin County · 1301 Sycamore St, Harrisburg, PA 17104.0

(717)703-1280

1/10
#1510
Rank 1510 out of 1,545
Top 98%
English Language Arts1/10 · #1521 · 2nd percentile
Mathematics1/10 · #1502 · 3rd percentile
Science1/10 · #1340 · 5th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Foose School sits in the heart of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania's capital city, where families are part of a tight-knit urban community with access to the state's rich history and civic life. The school faces real academic challenges, with test scores that reflect the broader struggles of the Harrisburg City School District, making it a school where dedicated teachers and involved families can make an especially meaningful difference. Families who are deeply community-minded and willing to engage closely with the school will find that Harrisburg itself offers a lot — from the Susquehanna riverfront to a growing arts scene — even as the school works to build stronger outcomes for its students.

Student Demographics

225 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
120 (53%)
African American
89 (40%)
Multiple Races
9 (4%)
White
6 (3%)
Other
1 (0%)

Key Indicators

English Learners64 (28%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged213 (95%)
Students with Disabilities40 (18%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

522
Enrollment
31
Teachers (FTE)
16.8:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs9/10 · #310 · 80th percentile

130 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in Pennsylvania.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found