FORESTHILL HIGH SCHOOL

Foresthill High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Placer Union High school district, located in Foresthill, CA with about 207 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. 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 10 teachers, Foresthill High has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.

Foresthill High School, located in the Sierra Nevada foothills of Placer County, serves as a small, tight-knit academic community within the Placer Union High School District. Because of its relatively small student population, the school is known for fostering a personalized learning environment where students benefit from strong teacher-student relationships and a supportive atmosphere that emphasizes individual growth and community involvement.

The school offers a comprehensive curriculum that balances core academic requirements with various extracurricular opportunities, including athletics, clubs, and elective programs designed to prepare students for college and career paths. As the only high school in the town of Foresthill, it serves as a central hub for the local community, promoting a culture of school spirit and civic engagement while leveraging its unique mountain location to provide a distinct, rural high school experience.

For more information, contact Foresthill High at (530) 367-5244 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.