Serving 2,157 students in grades 9-12, Foothills Regional High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Georgia state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,157 students
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 7% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Foothills Regional High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Foothills Regional High School's student population of 2,157 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,157 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Foothills Regional High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Foothills Regional 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
#1046 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
13%
19%
Black
37%
36%
White
43%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
7%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Foothills Regional High School's ranking?
Foothills Regional High School is ranked #1046 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Foothills Regional High School?
The graduation rate of Foothills Regional High School is 7%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Foothills Regional High School?
2,157 students attend Foothills Regional High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Foothills Regional High School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Foothills Regional High School offer ?
Foothills Regional High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Foothills Regional High School part of?
Foothills Regional High School is part of State Specialty Schools I- Foothills Regional High School District.
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