Serving 278 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Foothill Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Foothill Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire district of Saratoga, CA, encompassing approximately 23.6 square miles. The zone is typically a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 3.1 miles to its edges and a maximum distance of 5.8 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Foothill 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
Foothill Elementary School's student population of 278 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
278 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Go Dolphins!
School Rankings
Foothill Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Foothill Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#156 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Asian
60%
12%
Hispanic
7%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
17%
20%
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
1%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Foothill Elementary School's ranking?
Foothill Elementary School is ranked #156 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Foothill Elementary School often compared to?
Foothill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Argonaut Elementary School, Saratoga Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Foothill Elementary School?
278 students attend Foothill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Foothill Elementary School students are Asian, 17% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Foothill Elementary School?
Foothill Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Foothill Elementary School offer ?
Foothill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Foothill Elementary School part of?
Foothill Elementary School is part of Saratoga Union Elementary School District.
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