Serving 110 students in grades 9-12, Foothills High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 110 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Foothills High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Foothills High School's student population of 110 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
110 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Foothills High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Foothills High School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2458 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
51%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
32%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Foothills High School's ranking?
Foothills High School is ranked #2458 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Foothills High School?
The graduation rate of Foothills High School is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Foothills High School?
110 students attend Foothills High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Foothills High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Foothills High School?
Foothills High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Foothills High School offer ?
Foothills High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Foothills High School part of?
Foothills High School is part of San Marcos Unified School District.
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