Below Average
#8314 of 9,539 schools in CA
Foothill High
High School · East Side Union High
230 Pala Ave., San Jose, CA 95127
Enrollment
295
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
4.2
Grades
11th – 12th
Enrollment
295
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
4.2
Grades
11th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,314 of 9,539
In San Jose
#186 of 223
public schools
In district
#16 of 16
East Side Union High
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Foothill High
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About Foothill High
Foothill High is a public high school in San Jose, CA, part of East Side Union High. Foothill High serves approximately 295 students, and covers grades 11th-12th, and has a 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Foothill High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #8,314 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Foothill High show 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 6.5
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Foothill High sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
92% of students at Foothill High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Foothill High — Students at Foothill High score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 18 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: 9.7/10.
How Foothill High Compares
See how Foothill High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
230 Pala Ave., San Jose, CA 95127
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Foothill High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Independence High (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is James Lick High (rated 6.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock (rated 5.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Russo/McEntee Academy San Jose | 0.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning San Jose | 0.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Escuela Popular/Center for Training and Careers Family Lrng San Jose | 0.4 mi | 3.7 |
| William Sheppard Middle San Jose | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| James Lick High San Jose | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Ben Painter Elementary San Jose | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| ST JOHN VIANNEY CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Jose | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Rocketship Fuerza Community Prep Redwood City | 0.8 mi | 3.6 |
| STELLAR LEARNING ACADEMY San Jose | 0.8 mi | — |
| Millard McCollam Elementary San Jose | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Lyndale Elementary San Jose | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| MERRY HILLS SCHOOL San Jose | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Rocketship Si Se Puede Academy Redwood City | 1.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Linda Vista Elementary San Jose | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Renaissance at Mathson San Jose | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Independence High San Jose | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Aptitud Community Academy at Goss San Jose | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| ACE Charter High San Jose | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock San Jose | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Pegasus High San Jose | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95127 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$120,548
Median Home Value
$995,100
Median Rent
$2,549/mo
Population
61,091
College Educated
26.6%
Homeownership
65.7%
Avg Commute
28.6 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
39
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| Liberty Alternative San Jose, CA | 4.2 |
| Liberty High (Continuation) Paso Robles, CA | 4.2 |
| Public Safety Academy San Bernardino, CA | 4.2 |
| VINCENT MEMORIAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Calexico, CA | 4.2 |
| Altus Schools South Bay Chula Vista, CA | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Foothill High
What grades does Foothill High serve?
Foothill High serves students in grades 11th through 12th.
How many students attend Foothill High?
Foothill High has an enrollment of approximately 295 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Foothill High?
The student-teacher ratio at Foothill High is 18.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Foothill High rank in CA?
Foothill High ranks #8,314 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Foothill High's MySchoolScout rating?
Foothill High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Foothill High has 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
Is Foothill High a charter school?
No, Foothill High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Foothill High a Title I school?
No, Foothill High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Foothill High?
69.8% of students at Foothill High 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
- 11th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 295
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.8%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 91.9%
- Phone
- (408) 928-9100
- 4-Year Graduation
- 27.0%
Resources & Links
District
East Side Union High- District Enrollment
- 20,471
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,654
- District Rank
- #16 of 16
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