FOOTHILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
FOOTHILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public elementary school that is part of the Academy School District No. 20 in the county of El Paso an school district, located in COLORADO SPRINGS, CO with about 432 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 27 teachers, FOOTHILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.
FOOTHILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school located in the Rockrimmon area of Colorado Springs, serving students within the highly-regarded Academy District 20. Situated against the backdrop of the Front Range, the school is known for its strong community atmosphere and emphasis on academic excellence. It fosters a supportive learning environment that encourages both intellectual growth and character development, aiming to prepare students for success in middle school and beyond.
The school is well-regarded for its dedicated faculty and staff who prioritize individualized attention and the implementation of a comprehensive curriculum. Beyond traditional academics, Foothills offers various enrichment opportunities and extracurricular activities that promote social-emotional learning, creativity, and physical well-being. With a focus on parent involvement and fostering strong partnerships between the home and the classroom, Foothills Elementary maintains a reputation as a stable, community-centered educational institution in the Colorado Springs area.
For more information, contact FOOTHILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (719) 234-4500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80919-1117
(719) 234-4500
FOOTHILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in COLORADO SPRINGS, CO with about 432 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Colorado
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Total Students:
- 432
- Teachers:
- 27
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 432 students
- White
- 65.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 22.7%
- Two or more races
- 9.3%
- Black or African American
- 1.9%
- Asian
- 0.9%
- Female
- 50.7%
- Male
- 49.3%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.