Fort Foote Elementary School

Grades: PK-5
Students: 309
Type: Public
GreatSchools Rating
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
Student-Counselor Ratio: 291:1
Certified Teachers: 88%
Community Reviews
10 Reviews
Additional GreatSchools Ratings
4/10
Test Scores
3/10
Equity
NA
Academic Progress
NA
College Readiness
5/10
Student Growth

Community Reviews

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Read what parents are saying about Fort Foote Elementary School
As a father, I’ve been very impressed with this elementary school and the direction it’s heading.The teachers are dedicated and genuinely care about their students. They take the time to really know each child — recognizing their strengths, supporting their growth, and making sure they feel safe and
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Posted by a parent on 2/25/2026
As a parent, I have been truly impressed with this elementary school and the positive direction it continues to move in.The teachers are dedicated, caring, and deeply invested in their students. They take the time to genuinely get to know each child — recognizing their strengths, supporting areas fo
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Posted by a parent on 2/25/2026
I started 1st grade in the very first year this school was open in 1960.I still stay in touch with over 20 people from that class. This year is our 50th Class Reunion for the Class of 1972 Oxon Hill Senior High School. We have over 100 people attending 25% went to Fort Foote Elementary School. Great
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Posted by a community member on 1/8/2022
We moved to MD a few years ago. My kids upset initially because they missed they're friends and teachers from the previous school. But I told them that the new school would be just a nice and they can meet new friends. As time when on, we realized that the school was beyond our expectation. The teac
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Posted by a parent on 5/16/2016
I recently had an opportunity to visit Fort Foote Elementary. While I was not there to visit the principal, I happened to run into her at the door. Dr. Goldsmith greeted me with a smile and immediately asked how she could assist me. She was very pleasant and helpful, something I have not seen an man
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Posted by a community member on 6/16/2015

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Fort Washington schools - Fort Foote Elementary School is located at 8300 Oxon Hill Road, Fort Washington MD 20744. Fort Foote Elementary School is in the Prince George's County Public Schools. Fort Foote Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels PK-5.

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