School Overview
Foothill High School, located at 501 Park Drive in Bakersfield, California, is a prominent secondary institution within the Kern High School District. Serving the local community, the school offers a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for both higher education and the professional workforce. Beyond its core classroom instruction, Foothill High is known for fostering a vibrant campus culture that encourages student involvement in a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, performing arts, and diverse student organizations, all aimed at promoting personal growth and community spirit.

The school is committed to maintaining a supportive learning environment that emphasizes student achievement and character development. By leveraging modern educational resources and fostering strong partnerships with families and the Bakersfield community, Foothill High strives to equip its students with the critical thinking skills and social awareness necessary for success in a global society. For those interested in specific academic programs, athletics schedules, or administrative information, the school maintains a dedicated online portal at http://foothill.kernhigh.org to keep parents, students, and staff connected and informed.
2,045
Total Students
86.0
Full-Time Teachers
23.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
87.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Foothill High
Demographic Student Count
White122
Hispanic1,834
Black54
Asian15
Two or More9
American Indian9
Pacific Islander2
  • Hispanic
    1,834 (89.7 %)
  • White
    122 (6.0 %)
  • Black
    54 (2.6 %)
  • Asian
    15 (0.7 %)
  • Two or More
    9 (0.4 %)
  • American Indian
    9 (0.4 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Kern High
Phone: (661)366-4491
Website: http://foothill.kernhigh.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 2,045
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 86.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 23.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,636
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 158
Grades Taught
Grade 9 550
Grade 10 526
Grade 11 512
Grade 12 457

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Foothill High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9550
Grade 10526
Grade 11512
Grade 12457
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Foothill High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female98548.2%
Male1,06051.8%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)