Serving 2,196 students in grades 9-12, Foothill High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,196 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Foothill High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Foothill High School's student population of 2,196 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,196 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Foothill High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Foothill High School is 0.65, which is more 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
#1218 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
46%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
37%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Foothill High School's ranking?
Foothill High School is ranked #1218 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Foothill High School often compared to?
Foothill High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arnold O. Beckman High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Foothill High School?
The graduation rate of Foothill High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Foothill High School?
2,196 students attend Foothill High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Foothill High School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Foothill High School?
Foothill High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
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 Tustin Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 7/14/2020
Very good. 5 star. Approved by president Donald J. Trump. I like it. veery good. happy fun smart. peoples. Great atmosphere and good maths programs. I had fun and running around and climbing trees. Also, I ate a lemon.
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