Foothill High School is a public high school in Pleasanton, California, United States. It was established in 1973 and is part of the Pleasanton Unified School District. It is a fully accredited WASC school, with its six-year WASC accreditation approved in the 2018–2019 school year.
Serving 2,208 students in grades 9-12, Foothill High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,208 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Foothill High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Foothill High School's student population of 2,208 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,208 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
Year Founded
1973
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Foothill High School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Foothill High School is 0.64, 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
#339 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
51%
12%
Hispanic
11%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
30%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcon, The Falcon
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Foothill High School's ranking?
Foothill High School is ranked #339 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Foothill High School often compared to?
Foothill High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Amador Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Foothill High School?
The graduation rate of Foothill High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Foothill High School?
2,208 students attend Foothill High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Foothill High School students are Asian, 30% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Foothill High School?
Foothill High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Foothill High School offer ?
Foothill High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Foothill High School part of?
Foothill High School is part of Pleasanton Unified School District.
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