Serving 837 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Foothills School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 837 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Foothills School's student population of 837 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
837 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Foothills School ranks within the top 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Foothills School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#475 out of 957 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
18%
21%
White
72%
69%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.6%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Foothills School's ranking?
Foothills School is ranked #475 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Foothills School often compared to?
Foothills Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Herriman School, Midas Creek School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Foothills School?
837 students attend Foothills School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Foothills School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Foothills School?
Foothills School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Foothills School offer ?
Foothills School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Foothills School part of?
Foothills School is part of Jordan School District.
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