Serving 285 students in grades 7-8, Foothill Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower 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 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Foothill Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Foothill Middle School's student population of 285 students has declined by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
285 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Foothill Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Foothill Middle School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5730 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
91%
55%
Black
3%
5%
White
1%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Foothill Middle School's ranking?
Foothill Middle School is ranked #5730 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Foothill Middle School often compared to?
Foothill Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Center Middle School, Slauson Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% 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 Middle School?
285 students attend Foothill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Foothill Middle School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Foothill Middle School?
Foothill Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Foothill Middle School offer ?
Foothill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Foothill Middle School part of?
Foothill Middle School is part of Azusa Unified School District.
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