Serving 496 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Folsom Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 496 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Folsom Hills Elementary serves the northeast part of Folsom, CA, covering an area of approximately 3.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Folsom Hills Elementary 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
Folsom Hills Elementary School's student population of 496 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
496 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
2024
School Rankings
Folsom Hills Elementary 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 Folsom Hills Elementary School is 0.64, which is more 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
#551 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
17%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
55%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Folsom Hills Foxes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Folsom Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Folsom Hills Elementary School is ranked #551 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Folsom Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Folsom Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Empire Oaks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Folsom Hills Elementary School?
496 students attend Folsom Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Folsom Hills Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Folsom Hills Elementary School?
Folsom Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Folsom Hills Elementary School offer ?
Folsom Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Folsom Hills Elementary School part of?
Folsom Hills Elementary School is part of Folsom-Cordova Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Folsom Hills Elementary School located?
Folsom Hills Elementary School is located in the Briggs Ranch neighborhood of Folsom, CA.
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