Excellent
#245 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 3% in state
Foothill Elementary
Elementary School · Saratoga Union Elementary
13919 Lynde Ave., Saratoga, CA 95070
Enrollment
293
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
293
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#245 of 9,539
In Saratoga
#4 of 9
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
Saratoga Union Elementary
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Foothill Elementary
Foothill Elementary is a public elementary school in Saratoga, CA, part of Saratoga Union Elementary. Foothill Elementary serves approximately 293 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Foothill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #245 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Foothill Elementary show 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.1 · Excellent
- District avg 9.1
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Foothill Elementary — Students at Foothill Elementary score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 71%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
6.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.
How Foothill Elementary Compares
See how Foothill Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
13919 Lynde Ave., Saratoga, CA 95070
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Foothill Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Argonaut Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Blue Hills Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Christa McAuliffe (rated 8.9/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Saratoga, see our Saratoga schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Saratoga High Saratoga | 0.3 mi | 9.3 |
| Saratoga Elementary Saratoga | 0.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Argonaut Elementary Saratoga | 0.9 mi | 9.5 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Saratoga | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Redwood Middle Saratoga | 1.1 mi | 9.4 |
| Saint Andrew's Episcopal School Saratoga | 1.1 mi | — |
| ST ANDREW'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Saratoga | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Blue Hills Elementary Saratoga | 1.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Christa McAuliffe Saratoga | 2.2 mi | 8.9 |
| John Muir Elementary San Jose | 2.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Marshall Lane Elementary Saratoga | 2.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Tessellations Cupertino | 2.7 mi | — |
| PRIMARY PLUS EL QUITO SCHOOL Saratoga | 2.3 mi | — |
| Action Day Schools El Quito Saratoga | 2.3 mi | — |
| Brains Academy San Jose | 2.9 mi | — |
| Axcellent Academy San Jose | 2.9 mi | — |
| Prospect High Saratoga | 2.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Joaquin Miller Middle San Jose | 2.8 mi | 9.3 |
| HAPPY ACADEMY San Jose | 3.0 mi | — |
| Lynbrook High San Jose | 2.9 mi | 9.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95070 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$240,980
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
31,383
College Educated
80.8%
Homeownership
86.6%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Median Age
51.3
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| Bixby Elementary Hacienda Heights, CA | 9.1 |
| Carl H. Sundahl Elementary Folsom, CA | 9.1 |
| Carmel Creek Elementary San Diego, CA | 9.1 |
| Chin (John Yehall) Elementary San Francisco, CA | 9.1 |
| Del Mar Hills Elementary Del Mar, CA | 9.1 |
| Harvest Elementary Delano, CA | 9.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Foothill Elementary
What grades does Foothill Elementary serve?
Foothill Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Foothill Elementary?
Foothill Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 293 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Foothill Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Foothill Elementary is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Foothill Elementary rank in CA?
Foothill Elementary ranks #245 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Foothill Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Foothill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Foothill Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Foothill Elementary has 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Foothill Elementary a charter school?
No, Foothill Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Foothill Elementary a Title I school?
No, Foothill Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Foothill Elementary?
6.5% of students at Foothill Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 293
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 6.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.7%
- Phone
- (408) 867-4036
Resources & Links
District
Saratoga Union Elementary- District Enrollment
- 1,605
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,274
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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