Serving 133 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Sierra Foothill Charter ranks in the top 50% 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 50-54% (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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 133 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sierra Foothill Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Sierra Foothill Charter's student population of 133 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
133 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sierra Foothill Charter ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sierra Foothill Charter is 0.48, which is less 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
#3182 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
24%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
68%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Sierra Foothill Charter's ranking?
Sierra Foothill Charter is ranked #3182 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sierra Foothill Charter?
133 students attend Sierra Foothill Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Sierra Foothill Charter students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sierra Foothill Charter?
Sierra Foothill Charter has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sierra Foothill Charter offer ?
Sierra Foothill Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Sierra Foothill Charter part of?
Sierra Foothill Charter is part of Sierra Foothill Charter School District.
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