Serving 508 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Foothill Oaks Elementary School 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 42% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Foothill Oaks Elementary serves the eastern part of Sacramento, CA, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Families within the attendance zone can typically reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 0.6 miles to the nearest edge and the furthest point being 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Foothill Oaks Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Foothill Oaks Elementary School's student population of 508 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
508 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Be Safe, Be Respectful and Be Responsible
School Rankings
Foothill Oaks Elementary School 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 Oaks Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#3238 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
40%
56%
Black
11%
5%
White
30%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Foothill Oaks Elementary School's ranking?
Foothill Oaks Elementary School is ranked #3238 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Foothill Oaks Elementary School often compared to?
Foothill Oaks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frontier Elementary School, Ridgepoint Tk-8, Olivehurst Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Foothill Oaks Elementary School?
508 students attend Foothill Oaks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Foothill Oaks Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Foothill Oaks Elementary School?
Foothill Oaks Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Foothill Oaks Elementary School offer ?
Foothill Oaks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Foothill Oaks Elementary School part of?
Foothill Oaks Elementary School is part of Twin Rivers Unified School District.
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