FOOTHILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Foothill Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Pittsburg Unified school district, located in Pittsburg, CA with about 576 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 27 teachers, Foothill Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Foothill Elementary, located on Jensen Drive in Pittsburg, California, is a public school operating under the Pittsburg Unified School District. The school is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive academic environment that emphasizes core literacy and numeracy skills while promoting the social-emotional development of its students. By focusing on a comprehensive curriculum, the school aims to prepare its young learners for success in higher grades and beyond, encouraging both personal responsibility and community engagement.

As a core institution within the Pittsburg community, Foothill Elementary places a strong emphasis on home-school collaboration, encouraging parental involvement to bolster student outcomes. The campus utilizes its connection to the broader district network to provide resources and programs tailored to the diverse needs of its student population. For families seeking specific information regarding school policies, academic calendars, or district initiatives, the school’s official website serves as a primary hub for ongoing communication and community updates.

For more information, contact Foothill Elementary at (925) 473-2450 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.