Serving 382 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Foothills Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Foothills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Foothills Elementary School's student population of 382 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 55% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
382 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
School Rankings
Foothills Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Foothills Elementary School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1088 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
35%
36%
Black
4%
5%
White
50%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Foothills Elementary School's ranking?
Foothills Elementary School is ranked #1088 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Foothills Elementary School often compared to?
Foothills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rooney Ranch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Foothills Elementary School?
382 students attend Foothills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Foothills Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Foothills Elementary School?
Foothills Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Foothills Elementary School offer ?
Foothills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Foothills Elementary School part of?
Foothills Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Foothills Elementary School located?
Foothills Elementary School is located in the Sun Valley neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in Sun Valley.
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