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#5923 of 9,539 schools in CA
Foothills High
High School · San Marcos Unified
158 Cassou Rd., San Marcos, CA 92069
Enrollment
110
Student-Teacher
22:1
Score
5.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
110
Student-Teacher
22:1
Score
5.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,923 of 9,539
In San Marcos
#9 of 19
public schools
In district
#10 of 19
San Marcos Unified
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Foothills High
Foothills High is a public high school in San Marcos, CA, part of San Marcos Unified. Foothills High serves approximately 110 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 22:1 student-teacher ratio. Foothills High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #5,923 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Foothills High show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 110 students, Foothills High is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Foothills 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.
Foothills High runs 22:1 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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Foothills High — Students at Foothills High score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 22 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: 8.7/10.
How Foothills High Compares
See how Foothills 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
158 Cassou Rd., San Marcos, CA 92069
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Foothills High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Twin Oaks High (rated 5.6/10), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Mission Hills High (rated 5.4/10, 2.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San Marcos, see our San Marcos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Twin Oaks High San Marcos | 0.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Twin Oaks Elementary San Marcos | 0.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Richland Elementary San Marcos | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Paloma Elementary San Marcos | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| San Marcos Middle San Marcos | 2.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Mission Hills High San Marcos | 2.5 mi | 5.4 |
| North Coastal Consortium Schools San Marcos | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| San Marcos Elementary San Marcos | 2.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Woodland Park Middle San Marcos | 2.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Baypoint Preparatory Academy - San Diego San Marcos | 2.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Rancho Minerva Middle Vista | 3.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Monte Vista Elementary Vista | 3.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Knob Hill Elementary San Marcos | 3.6 mi | 5.8 |
| La Mirada Academy San Marcos | 3.6 mi | 4.9 |
| ST JOSEPH ACADEMY San Marcos | 3.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Hannalei Elementary Vista | 3.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Joli Ann Leichtag Elementary Vista | 3.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Discovery Elementary San Marcos | 4.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Dual Language Immersion North County Vista | 3.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Classical Academy Vista Vista | 3.6 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92069 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$93,065
Median Home Value
$714,700
Median Rent
$2,078/mo
Population
46,825
College Educated
34.9%
Homeownership
55.8%
Avg Commute
26.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
36.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Foothills High
What grades does Foothills High serve?
Foothills High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Foothills High?
Foothills High has an enrollment of approximately 110 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Foothills High?
The student-teacher ratio at Foothills High is 22:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Foothills High rank in CA?
Foothills High ranks #5,923 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Foothills High's MySchoolScout rating?
Foothills High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Foothills High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Foothills High has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Foothills High a charter school?
No, Foothills High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Foothills High a Title I school?
No, Foothills High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Foothills High?
50.0% of students at Foothills 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
- 110
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Phone
- (760) 290-2544
- 4-Year Graduation
- 69.5%
Resources & Links
District
San Marcos Unified- District Enrollment
- 19,374
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,639
- District Rank
- #10 of 19
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