Very Good
#1827 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 19% in state
Foothill High
High School · Tustin Unified
300 South C St., Tustin, CA 92780
Enrollment
2,196
Student-Teacher
26.8:1
Score
7.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,196
Student-Teacher
26.8:1
Score
7.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,827 of 9,539
In Tustin
#4 of 26
public schools
In district
#4 of 28
Tustin Unified
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Foothill High
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About Foothill High
Foothill High is a public high school in Tustin, CA, part of Tustin Unified. Foothill High serves approximately 2,196 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 26.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Foothill High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,827 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Foothill High show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 7.1
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Foothill High is a large school: 2,196 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Foothill High runs 26.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Foothill High — Students at Foothill High score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 8.1/10.
How Foothill High Compares
See how Foothill High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
300 South C St., Tustin, CA 92780
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Foothill High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. THE PRENTICE SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby North Tustin), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Panorama Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Santa Ana), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Tustin Memorial Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Santa Ana), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Tustin, see our Tustin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hewes Middle Tustin | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Red Hill Elementary Santa Ana | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Arroyo Elementary Tustin | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| FOOTHILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Santa Ana | 0.8 mi | — |
| SPIRIT ACADEMY Orange | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| FAIRMONT PRIVATE SCHOOL, NORTH TUSTIN CAMPUS North Tustin | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Fairmont Private Schools Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | — |
| Spirit Academy Orange | 0.9 mi | — |
| LEARNING CORNER North Tustin | 0.9 mi | — |
| Panorama Elementary Santa Ana | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| THE PRENTICE SCHOOL North Tustin | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| The Prentice School North Tustin | 0.9 mi | — |
| Jordan Academy of Language and Computer Science Orange | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Guin Foss Elementary Tustin | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Barbara Benson Elementary Tustin | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| GRACE HARBOR SCHOOL Tustin | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Loma Vista Elementary Tustin | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Grace Global Vision Tustin | 1.6 mi | — |
| Tustin Memorial Elementary Santa Ana | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| McPherson Magnet Orange | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92780 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,647
Median Home Value
$832,200
Median Rent
$2,211/mo
Population
54,495
College Educated
35.5%
Homeownership
45.8%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
35.4
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Aliso Niguel High Aliso Viejo, CA | 7.9 |
| Aragon High San Mateo, CA | 7.9 |
| Benjamin Franklin Senior High Los Angeles, CA | 7.9 |
| Capistrano Valley High Mission Viejo, CA | 7.9 |
| Clovis High Clovis, CA | 7.9 |
| El Toro High Lake Forest, CA | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Foothill High
What grades does Foothill High serve?
Foothill High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Foothill High?
Foothill High has an enrollment of approximately 2,196 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Foothill High?
The student-teacher ratio at Foothill High is 26.8:1. 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 #1,827 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Foothill High's MySchoolScout rating?
Foothill High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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?
45.4% 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,196
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 82
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.4%
- Phone
- (714) 730-7464
- 4-Year Graduation
- 97.0%
Resources & Links
District
Tustin Unified- District Enrollment
- 21,600
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,477
- District Rank
- #4 of 28
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