Foothill Technology High School

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Foothill Technology High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
100 Day Rd,  Ventura, CA
Ventura Unified School District
4.1
4.2
990 Students
A+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Joseph Bova
Student Teacher Ratio
26:1
Average SAT Score
1270
Average ACT Score
29
Math Proficiency
53%
Reading Proficiency
85%
Average GPA
3.69
Graduation Rate
94%

Niche Grade

A
Academics
A+
Teachers
A
College Prep
B+
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
C+
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
B+
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.69
Reading Proficiency
85%
Math Proficiency
53%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
26:1
Teachers
36
Full Time Teachers
36
Teachers in First or Second Year
2.6%
College Prep
Average SAT
1270
Math
630
Verbal
640
Average ACT
29
Math
28
English
28
Reading
30
Science
28
Number of AP Courses
13
AP Pass Rate
77.5%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
31.1%
State Average
19.4%
Science
16.7%
State Average
11.2%
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
287:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.2%
Female
48.6%
White
44.9%
Hispanic
39%
Asian
8%
Two or more races
5.8%
Filipino
1.7%
Black
<1%
Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#17 Best Magnet HS in California
#135 Best Public HS in California
#200 Best College Prep Public HS in California
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Cal Poly 238 Students
University of California - Santa Barbara 209 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 205 Students
University of California - San Diego 201 Students
San Diego State University 181 Students
University of California - Santa Cruz 155 Students
University of California - Davis 150 Students
University of California - Irvine 139 Students
University of California - Berkeley 135 Students
Ventura College 130 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology 102 Students
Business 92 Students
Psychology 86 Students
Nursing 52 Students
Political Science and Government 46 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 34 Students
History 32 Students
Computer Science 31 Students
Mechanical Engineering 29 Students
Engineering 28 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.1 244 Reviews
5.0 Senior
4/15/2025
I love Foothill Technology High School. I've learned a lot during my time on campus and I feel like it has definitely prepared me for college and my career.
4.0 Alum
2/19/2025
I had a great experience at Foothill, made a good group of friends and was able to build close relationships with my teachers. I was a part of the Bioscience Academy; it was a life changing program that made we prepared for challenging stem classes and college. It also made me want to pursue a degree in medicine. The only downside was that there was very few elective options and we didn't have sports facilities.
4.0 Senior
11/18/2024
Foothill Technology Highschool is a decent school and has many good opportunities for students. There is lots of helpful opportunities for seniors applying to colleges and the smaller campus makes it easier to make friends.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.2 10 Reviews
5.0 student
7/3/2014
Foothill far exceeded my expectations as an incoming freshman, and let me tell you, those expectations were set very high. From the superb academics, caring teachers, beautiful and clean facilities, to the great interrelations and acceptance of other students, Foothill has really served me well. I c...
1.0 parent
5/18/2013
My daughter used to be at the top of the class at Cabrillo middle school, but the teachers here neglect to pay attention to every student, and she is lagging behind because of this! I have to take extra time to help her after school, which should be the teachers job.
5.0 parent
10/14/2012
Excellent staff prepares the students for College! Safe, fun, caring school! We love Foothill Technology High School!
5.0 parent
10/14/2012
FHTHS has very dedicated staff, current technology, innovative ideas and established performances which support student interest, learning and success! This is one of the best gifts given to my children!

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Foothill Technology High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Ventura, CA and is served by the Ventura Unified School District in California. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 990 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 26:1. Academic records show that 53% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 85% are proficient in reading. Foothill Technology High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 10 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.69, the graduation rate is 94%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1270 and an ACT score of 29. The average home value in this area is $1,031,538. Discover additional schools in the area, like Buena High School, El Camino High School, Pacific High School, and more. Learn more about what Ventura has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Foothill Technology High School.

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