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#879 of 1,787 private schools in CA

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Sierra Foothills Academy

School

6245 KING RD, Loomis, CA 95650

Private

Enrollment

38

Student-Teacher

7.6:1

Score

6.3

Grades

2nd – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#879 of 1,787

In Loomis

#1 of 3

public schools

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Sierra Foothills Academy

6.3/10

School in Loomis · grades 2nd – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Sierra Foothills Academy

Sierra Foothills Academy is a private school in Loomis, CA. Sierra Foothills Academy serves approximately 38 students, and covers grades 2nd-12th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Sierra Foothills Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #879 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it comparesOn par with CA schools
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • CA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 38 students, Sierra Foothills Academy 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.

At 7.6:1 students to teachers, Sierra Foothills Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Sierra Foothills Academy 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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Sierra Foothills Academy compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Loomis, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.6:1
This School
vs
22.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
38
This School
vs
678
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.3
This School
vs
7.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 60.5% vs 0%
Black 15.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 10.5% vs 0%
Asian 10.5% vs 0%
Sierra Foothills Academy Loomis Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Sierra Foothills Academy (this school) 6.3
Loomis Elementary 6.7
Del Oro High 7.2
H. Clarke Powers Elementary 7.7
Loomis Basin Charter 6.9
Placer Elementary 7.9
Franklin Elementary 7.9

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 5.5 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,200
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 6.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 59%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 2.5 / 10
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Enrollment 38
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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)

White 60.5%
Black 15.8%
Hispanic 10.5%
Asian 10.5%
Pacific Islander 2.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6245 KING RD, Loomis, CA 95650

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sierra Foothills Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Valley View Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Rocklin), which scores notably higher. Another option is Penryn Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Penryn), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sierra Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Rocklin), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Loomis, see our Loomis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Sierra Foothills Academy Loomis 0.0 mi
Loomis Elementary Loomis 0.2 mi 6.7
Regency Baptist Academy Loomis 0.4 mi
Del Oro High Loomis 0.4 mi 7.2
UNITED AUBURN INDIAN COMMUNITY TRIBAL SCHOOL Loomis 1.0 mi 4.9
H. Clarke Powers Elementary Loomis 0.9 mi 7.7
Loomis Gateway Academy Loomis 1.0 mi
LOOMIS GATEWAY ACADEMY Loomis 1.0 mi 5.3
Penryn Elementary Penryn 2.1 mi 8.3
Loomis Basin Charter Loomis 2.6 mi 6.9
Franklin Elementary Loomis 2.7 mi 7.9
Placer Elementary Loomis 2.6 mi 7.9
HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN ACADEMY Rocklin 3.0 mi
Holy Cross Lutheran Academy Rocklin 3.0 mi
Rocklin Elementary Rocklin 3.2 mi 7.9
Valley View Elementary Rocklin 3.0 mi 8.7
Honchar Loomis 3.2 mi
Sierra Elementary Rocklin 4.0 mi 8.2
Spring View Middle Rocklin 3.5 mi 6.1
Rocklin High Rocklin 3.5 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95650 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$137,263

Median Home Value

$783,300

Median Rent

$1,826/mo

Population

13,314

College Educated

46.3%

Homeownership

89.9%

Avg Commute

25.5 min

Poverty Rate

6.7%

Median Age

46.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sierra Foothills Academy

What grades does Sierra Foothills Academy serve?

Sierra Foothills Academy serves students in grades 2nd through 12th.

How many students attend Sierra Foothills Academy?

Sierra Foothills Academy has an enrollment of approximately 38 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sierra Foothills Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Sierra Foothills Academy is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Sierra Foothills Academy rank in CA?

Sierra Foothills Academy ranks #879 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Sierra Foothills Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Sierra Foothills Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Sierra Foothills Academy a private school?

Yes, Sierra Foothills Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Sierra Foothills Academy a religious school?

No, Sierra Foothills Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
51 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
2nd – 12th
Enrollment
38
Gender Split
82% M / 18% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
200 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Placer County

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