Foothill High School

Foothill High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
9733 Deschutes Rd,  Palo Cedro, CA
Shasta Union High School District
3.9
3.8
1,432 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Jim Bartow
Student Teacher Ratio
23:1
Average SAT Score
1250
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
46%
Reading Proficiency
65%
Average GPA
3.56
Graduation Rate
97%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
A+
Teachers
B
College Prep
B+
Administration
B+
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
B+
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.56
Reading Proficiency
65%
Math Proficiency
46%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
23:1
Teachers
63
Full Time Teachers
63
Teachers in First or Second Year
7.3%
College Prep
Average SAT
1250
Math
620
Verbal
620
Average ACT
26
Math
26
English
26
Reading
28
Science
25
Number of AP Courses
13
AP Pass Rate
62.2%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
Average
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
16.7%
State Average
17.9%
Science
13.1%
State Average
9.9%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
332:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.6%
Female
48.1%
White
75.1%
Hispanic
12.5%
Two or more races
6%
Native American
3.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.9%
Black
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#42 Best Public HS Teachers in California
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Shasta College 188 Students
University of California - Davis 126 Students
Cal Poly San Luis Obispo 109 Students
California State University, Chico 94 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 83 Students
University of California - San Diego 82 Students
University of California - Santa Cruz 79 Students
University of California - Berkeley 78 Students
University of California - Santa Barbara 73 Students
San Diego State University 65 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 57 Students
Psychology 51 Students
Biology 50 Students
Nursing 43 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 27 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 27 Students
Political Science and Government 23 Students
Engineering 23 Students
Computer Science 21 Students
Mechanical Engineering 21 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 156 Reviews
4.0 Senior
1/7/2025
Foothill High School is a wonderful school that not only has prepared me for the next step in my life but also encouraged me to grow as both a student and a person. The school provides a safe learning environment for many located in and around Palo Cedro, and most of the staff are very kind people who clearly care for their students. I take pride in knowing that I am a cougar and will soon be an alumni at Foothill High School.
4.0 Senior
4/16/2024
The teachers here are fantastic and so supportive. I have a belief that some people just aren't meant to be teachers and I can confidently say that doesn't apply to anyone at my school. I also believe that once you get to high school, it's not as much fun as middle school, and the faculty doesn't focus on hosting any social events or parties. And again, this doesn't seem to apply to this school and they spend a lot of time making sure students are having a good high school experience. Unfortunately, there is a great lack of diversity and acceptance at this school, and there have been a lot of instances of racism and bullying towards minorities. while I don't know what goes on behind the scenes, it doesn't seem like the school devotes much of their time to addressing this problem and its something that I hope is addressed sooner rather than later.
4.0 Sophomore
6/6/2023
Foothill is a great school overall. A kid of any race, ethnicity, gender, etc. could walk in those doors and nobody would bat an eye. The staff are great and helpful too. I don't like how some staff aren't lenient. They should be at least a bit more for freshman's.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.8 9 Reviews
1.0 student
4/26/2018
This is the worst school I ever went to! Would never recommend this to anyone...
5.0 teacher
2/24/2017
Foothill is a great high school , great staff. I am going back and bing a Teacher-aid
2.0 other
9/22/2015
A lot of drugs get passed around at this school even tho there is a sheriff on campus
5.0 parent
4/20/2014
I am a parent of three current Foothill high school students. My family and I are "Hispanic" and although we make up less that 5% of the population of the city and the school, we have been welcomed by our neighbors, the community and so have my children at their school. I would recomend this school...

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Foothill High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Palo Cedro, CA and is served by the Shasta Union High School District in California. The school has a total enrollment of 1,432 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 23:1. Academic records show that 46% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 65% are proficient in reading. Foothill High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.56, the graduation rate is 97%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1250 and an ACT score of 26. The average home value in this area is $580,093. Discover additional schools in the area, like Foothill Plus School, Redding Christian School, Liberty Christian Schools, and more. Learn more about what Palo Cedro has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Foothill High School.

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