Very Good
#3392 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 36% in state
Foothill Ranch Middle
Middle School · Twin Rivers Unified
5001 Diablo Dr., Sacramento, CA 95842
Enrollment
493
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
493
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,392 of 9,539
In Sacramento
#40 of 198
public schools
In district
#9 of 43
Twin Rivers Unified
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Foothill Ranch Middle
Foothill Ranch Middle is a public middle school in Sacramento, CA, part of Twin Rivers Unified. Foothill Ranch Middle serves approximately 493 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 20.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Foothill Ranch Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,392 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Foothill Ranch Middle show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.3
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Foothill Ranch Middle runs 20.5:1 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.
31% of students at Foothill Ranch Middle 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 Ranch Middle — Students at Foothill Ranch Middle score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.1%
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.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.5/10.
How Foothill Ranch Middle Compares
See how Foothill Ranch Middle 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
5001 Diablo Dr., Sacramento, CA 95842
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Foothill Ranch Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SACRAMENTO ADVENTIST ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Carmichael), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Foothill Oaks Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Miles P. Richmond (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby North Highlands), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sacramento, see our Sacramento schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Foothill High Sacramento | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Woodridge Elementary Sacramento | 0.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Pioneer Elementary Sacramento | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Frontier Elementary Sacramento | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Hillsdale Elementary North Highlands | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| La Entrada Continuation High Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Miles P. Richmond North Highlands | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Laurel Ruff Transition Sacramento | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Highlands High North Highlands | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Kohler Elementary North Highlands | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Chesterton Academy of Sacramento North Highlands | 1.2 mi | — |
| Foothill Oaks Elementary Sacramento | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Warren A. Allison Elementary North Highlands | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sacramento | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Madison Elementary North Highlands | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Pacific Career and Technology High North Highlands | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Ridgepoint Elementary Sacramento | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Village Elementary North Highlands | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Sacramento Adventist Academy Carmichael | 2.0 mi | — |
| SACRAMENTO ADVENTIST ACADEMY Carmichael | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95842 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,170
Median Home Value
$367,500
Median Rent
$1,545/mo
Population
35,031
College Educated
16.5%
Homeownership
49.3%
Avg Commute
27.8 min
Poverty Rate
18.3%
Median Age
33
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Foothill Ranch Middle
What grades does Foothill Ranch Middle serve?
Foothill Ranch Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Foothill Ranch Middle?
Foothill Ranch Middle has an enrollment of approximately 493 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Foothill Ranch Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Foothill Ranch Middle is 20.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Foothill Ranch Middle rank in CA?
Foothill Ranch Middle ranks #3,392 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Foothill Ranch Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Foothill Ranch Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Ranch Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Foothill Ranch Middle has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Foothill Ranch Middle a charter school?
No, Foothill Ranch Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Foothill Ranch Middle a Title I school?
No, Foothill Ranch Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Foothill Ranch Middle?
94.1% of students at Foothill Ranch Middle 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 493
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.6%
- Phone
- (916) 566-3440
Resources & Links
District
Twin Rivers Unified- District Enrollment
- 24,386
- Schools in District
- 43
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,322
- District Rank
- #9 of 43
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