Serving 605 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Foothills School ranks in the top 30% 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 53% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). 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 23:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 605 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Foothills School serves the west part of Salem, UT, covering an attendance area of approximately 11 square miles. Most students can expect a drive time of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest distance from the school being about 4.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Foothills School's student population of 605 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
605 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Foothills School ranks within the top 30% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Foothills School is 0.24, 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
#281 out of 957 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)46%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
1%
1%
White
87%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.4%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Foothills School's ranking?
Foothills School is ranked #281 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Foothills School often compared to?
Foothills Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mt. Loafer School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Foothills School?
605 students attend Foothills School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Foothills School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Foothills School?
Foothills School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
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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