Serving 2,383 students in grades 9-12, Foothill High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,383 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Foothill High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Foothill High School's student population of 2,383 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,383 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Foothill High School ranks within the top 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Foothill High School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#242 out of 692 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
26%
44%
Black
7%
12%
White
51%
28%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Foothill High School's ranking?
Foothill High School is ranked #242 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Foothill High School often compared to?
Foothill High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coronado High School, Green Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Foothill High School?
The graduation rate of Foothill High School is 89%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Foothill High School?
2,383 students attend Foothill High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Foothill High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Foothill High School?
Foothill High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Foothill High School offer ?
Foothill High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Foothill High School part of?
Foothill High School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Foothill High School located?
Foothill High School is located in the Highland Hills neighborhood of Henderson, NV. There are 2 other public schools located in Highland Hills.
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