Serving 684 students in grades 6-8, Foothills Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 684 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Foothills Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Foothills Middle School's student population of 684 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
684 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Rankings
Foothills Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Foothills Middle School is 0.56, 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
#691 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
63%
12%
Hispanic
19%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
10%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Middle School's ranking?
Foothills Middle School is ranked #691 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Foothills Middle School often compared to?
Foothills Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like First Avenue Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Foothills Middle School?
684 students attend Foothills Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Foothills Middle School students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Foothills Middle School?
Foothills Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Foothills Middle School offer ?
Foothills Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Foothills Middle School part of?
Foothills Middle School is part of Arcadia Unified School District.
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