Serving 537 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Foothill School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Foothill School is located in the eastern part of Orem, UT, covering approximately 16.7 square miles. Families typically experience a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 8.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Foothill School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Foothill School's student population of 537 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
537 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Foothill School ranks within the top 5% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Foothill School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#14 out of 957 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)66%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)64%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.8%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Foothill School's ranking?
Foothill School is ranked #14 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Foothill School often compared to?
Foothill Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orem School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Foothill School?
537 students attend Foothill School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Foothill School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Foothill School?
Foothill School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Foothill School offer ?
Foothill School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Foothill School part of?
Foothill School is part of Alpine School District.
In what neighborhood is Foothill School located?
Foothill School is located in the Orchard North neighborhood of Orem, UT. There are 2 other public schools located in Orchard North.
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