Serving 624 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Foothill Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 624 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Foothill Elementary School's student population of 624 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
624 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Foothill Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Foothill Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4095 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
13%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
24%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
55%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Foothill Elementary School's ranking?
Foothill Elementary School is ranked #4095 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Foothill Elementary School?
624 students attend Foothill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Foothill Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Foothill Elementary School?
Foothill Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Foothill Elementary School offer ?
Foothill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Foothill Elementary School part of?
Foothill Elementary School is part of Sierra Unified School District.
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