Serving 514 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Foothill Knolls Academy Of Innovation 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 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower 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 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 514 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Foothill Knolls Elementary serves the southeast part of Upland, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Foothill Knolls Academy Of Innovation's student population of 514 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
514 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Foothill Knolls Academy Of Innovation ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Foothill Knolls Academy Of Innovation is 0.53, 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
#4540 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
66%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
16%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Mustangs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Foothill Knolls Academy Of Innovation's ranking?
Foothill Knolls Academy Of Innovation is ranked #4540 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Foothill Knolls Academy Of Innovation often compared to?
Foothill Knolls Academy Of Innovationis often viewed alongside schools like Sierra Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Foothill Knolls Academy Of Innovation?
514 students attend Foothill Knolls Academy Of Innovation.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Foothill Knolls Academy Of Innovation students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Foothill Knolls Academy Of Innovation?
Foothill Knolls Academy Of Innovation has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Foothill Knolls Academy Of Innovation offer ?
Foothill Knolls Academy Of Innovation offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Foothill Knolls Academy Of Innovation part of?
Foothill Knolls Academy Of Innovation is part of Upland Unified School District.
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