Serving 752 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Foothills School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 752 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Foothills School's student population of 752 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
752 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Foothills School ranks within the top 50% of all 975 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Foothills School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#316 out of 975 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
90%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Foothills School's ranking?
Foothills School is ranked #316 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Foothills School?
752 students attend Foothills School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Foothills School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Foothills School?
Foothills School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 22:1.
What grades does Foothills School offer ?
Foothills School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Foothills School part of?
Foothills School is part of Nebo School District.
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