Serving 876 students in grades 6-8, Foothill Middle 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 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (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 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 876 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Foothill Middle School's student population of 876 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
876 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Foothill Middle 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 Middle School is 0.70, which is more 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
#1267 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
12%
Hispanic
15%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
46%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
22%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
7%
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 #1267 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Foothill Middle School?
876 students attend Foothill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Foothill Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Two or more races, 17% of students are Asian, and 15% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Foothill Middle School?
Foothill Middle School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Foothill Middle School offer ?
Foothill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Foothill Middle School part of?
Foothill Middle School is part of MT. Diablo Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Foothill Middle School located?
Foothill Middle School is located in the Ygnacio Valley neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Ygnacio Valley.
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