Foothill High School is a four-year secondary school in the Clark County School District, located in the city of Henderson, Nevada.
Serving 2,406 students in grades 9-12, Foothill High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Foothill High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Foothill High School's student population of 2,406 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 102 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,406 students
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
Year Founded
1999
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Falcons - Soaring Above and Beyond to a New Level of Excellence.
School Rankings
Foothill High School ranks within the top 50% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Foothill High School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#221 out of 684 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
28%
46%
Black
8%
12%
White
48%
26%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
9%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.5%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
81%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Foothill High School's ranking?
Foothill High School is ranked #221 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Foothill High School often compared to?
Foothill High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coronado High School, Green Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Foothill High School?
The graduation rate of Foothill High School is 94%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 82%.
How many students attend Foothill High School?
2,406 students attend Foothill High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Foothill High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Foothill High School?
Foothill High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 17:1.
What grades does Foothill High School offer ?
Foothill High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Foothill High School part of?
Foothill High School is part of Clark County School District.
In what neighborhood is Foothill High School located?
Foothill High School is located in the Highland Hills neighborhood of Henderson, NV. There are 2 other public schools located in Highland Hills.
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