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#641 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 36% of private schools
Foothills Christian High School
High School
2321 DRYDEN RD, EL Cajon, CA 92020
Enrollment
265
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
265
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#641 of 1,787
In EL Cajon
#1 of 7
public schools
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Foothills Christian High School
High School in EL Cajon · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Foothills Christian High School
Foothills Christian High School is a private high school in EL Cajon, CA. Foothills Christian High School serves approximately 265 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Foothills Christian High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #641 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Foothills Christian High School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2321 DRYDEN RD, EL Cajon, CA 92020
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Foothills Christian High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Grossmont Middle College High (rated 9.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Chaparral High (rated 6.6/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Grossmont High (rated 5.4/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby La Mesa), a more accessible option. For more schools in EL Cajon, see our EL Cajon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fletcher Hills Elementary La Mesa | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| SHEPHERD OF THE HILLS LUTHERAN SCHOOL La Mesa | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran La Mesa | 0.4 mi | — |
| Northmont Elementary La Mesa | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| OUR LADY OF GRACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL El Cajon | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Parkway Sports and Health Science Academy La Mesa | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| MT HELIX ACADEMY - TIEE La Mesa | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| MT. HELIX ACADEMY La Mesa | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Mt. Helix Academy La Mesa | 0.8 mi | — |
| Grossmont High La Mesa | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Flying Hills School of Arts El Cajon | 1.3 mi | 3.0 |
| Grossmont Middle College High El Cajon | 1.4 mi | 9.2 |
| Gage Elementary San Diego | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Sierra School Of San Diego San Diego | 1.3 mi | — |
| SIERRA SCHOOL OF SAN DIEGO San Diego | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Chaparral High El Cajon | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| MERIT Academy La Mesa | 1.6 mi | 3.6 |
| IDEA Center El Cajon | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Pershing Middle San Diego | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Murray Manor Elementary La Mesa | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,822
Median Home Value
$741,600
Median Rent
$1,793/mo
Population
58,490
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
43.1%
Avg Commute
24.6 min
Poverty Rate
16.6%
Median Age
36.3
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| Calipatria High Calipatria, CA | 6.7 |
| Hillview High (Continuation) Tustin, CA | 6.7 |
| Latitude 37.8 High Oakland, CA | 6.7 |
| Marysville Charter Academy for the Arts Marysville, CA | 6.7 |
| Mount Shasta High Mount Shasta, CA | 6.7 |
| Arthur A. Benjamin Health Professions High Sacramento, CA | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Foothills Christian High School
What grades does Foothills Christian High School serve?
Foothills Christian High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Foothills Christian High School?
Foothills Christian High School has an enrollment of approximately 265 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Foothills Christian High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Foothills Christian High School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Foothills Christian High School rank in CA?
Foothills Christian High School ranks #641 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Foothills Christian High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Foothills Christian High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Foothills Christian High School a private school?
Yes, Foothills Christian High School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Foothills Christian High School a religious school?
Foothills Christian High School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 265
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Phone
- (619) 303-8035
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