Foothill is a private Christian school that believes in the complete education of the whole child.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 65 students
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Foothill Adventst School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
65 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
95%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
57%
Average Class Size
16 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
8 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Morning and After School DaycareRobotics
Tutoring Counts
Arts and Music Programs:
Arts in the ClassroomChimes/Bell Choir
Music in the ClassroomRecorder
Vocal Choir
School Notes
- "Every student entrusted to our care is a gift of God to be educated for both now and eternity."
- Foothill Adventist Elementary School serves as a private, co-educational, Christian School located in Milpitas, California. We offer an education from Kindergarten through grade eight. Our sister school,Discoveryland, offers pre-school and daycare services for ages 2 - pre-Kindergarten.Attending Foothill Adventist Elementary School will make your children better people. They will be mentored by the finest, certified Adventist teachers. They will be challenged to learn new concepts, new skills, and new ways of thinking – all rising from the school’s dedication to academic and spiritual excellence. They will be inspired by Biblical models for living, and will be given practical opportunities to develop a God-like character of selfless service. If youand your childrenchoose to accept this education,we will be proud to help you reach that goal.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Foothill Adventst School offer?
Foothill Adventst School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Archery, Basketball, Flag Football, Gymnastics, Soccer, Softball and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Foothill Adventst School?
The application deadline for Foothill Adventst School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Foothill Adventst School located?
Foothill Adventst School is located in the Berryessa neighborhood of Milpitas, CA.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Foothill Adventst School is Stratford Preparatory Milpitas (1.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Milpitas Christian School (0.3 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Milpitas Christian School ![Milpitas Christian School Photo]( "Milpitas Christian School Photo")
(Christian)
3435 Birchwood Lane
San Jose, CA 95132
(408) 945-6530
San Jose, CA 95132
(408) 945-6530
0.3 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 313 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
Monarch Christian Schs
Montessori School (Christian)
136 Piedmont Road
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 263-4842
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 263-4842
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 208 students Avg. class size: 15 students
Day Star Montessori School
Montessori School
215 Dempsey Rd
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 263-1618
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 263-1618
1.3 miles
Gr: NS-K | 150 students Tuition listed
Monarch Christian Academy
Montessori School (Christian)
1715 E Calaveras Blvd
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 263-4840
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 263-4840
1.4 miles
Gr: K-5 | 98 students Avg. class size: 24 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
1323 Great Mall Drive
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 307-8249
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 307-8249
1.6 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 224 students Avg. class size: 24 students Tuition listed
Cristo Rey San Jose Jesuit High School
(Catholic)
1390 Five Wounds Ln
San Jose, CA 95116
(408) 293-0425
San Jose, CA 95116
(408) 293-0425
4.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 449 students Tuition listed
North Valley Baptist School
(Baptist)
941 Clyde Ave
Santa Clara, CA 95054
(408) 988-8883
Santa Clara, CA 95054
(408) 988-8883
5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 257 students Tuition listed
Rise Academy
(Islamic)
4415 Fortran Ct
San Jose, CA 95134
(408) 389-7607
San Jose, CA 95134
(408) 389-7607
5 miles
Gr: PK-11 | 171 students
Achievekids
Special Education School
1212 Mcginness Ave
San Jose, CA 95127
(408) 928-5777
San Jose, CA 95127
(408) 928-5777
5.3 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 40 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Milpitas Christian School ![Milpitas Christian School Photo]( "Milpitas Christian School Photo")
(Christian)
3435 Birchwood Lane
San Jose, CA 95132
(408) 945-6530
San Jose, CA 95132
(408) 945-6530
0.3 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 313 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
Monarch Christian Schs
Montessori School (Christian)
136 Piedmont Road
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 263-4842
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 263-4842
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 208 students Avg. class size: 15 students
Monarch Christian Academy
Montessori School (Christian)
1715 E Calaveras Blvd
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 263-4840
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 263-4840
1.4 miles
Gr: K-5 | 98 students Avg. class size: 24 students
1323 Great Mall Drive
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 307-8249
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 307-8249
1.6 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 224 students Avg. class size: 24 students Tuition listed
St. Victor Elementary School
(Catholic)
3150 Sierra Rd
San Jose, CA 95132
(408) 251-1740
San Jose, CA 95132
(408) 251-1740
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 222 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Milpitas Christian School ![Milpitas Christian School Photo]( "Milpitas Christian School Photo")
(Christian)
3435 Birchwood Lane
San Jose, CA 95132
(408) 945-6530
San Jose, CA 95132
(408) 945-6530
0.3 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 313 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
Monarch Christian Schs
Montessori School (Christian)
136 Piedmont Road
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 263-4842
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 263-4842
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 208 students Avg. class size: 15 students
Day Star Montessori School
Montessori School
215 Dempsey Rd
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 263-1618
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 263-1618
1.3 miles
Gr: NS-K | 150 students Tuition listed
St. Victor Elementary School
(Catholic)
3150 Sierra Rd
San Jose, CA 95132
(408) 251-1740
San Jose, CA 95132
(408) 251-1740
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 222 students Tuition listed
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
John Sinnott Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2025 Yellowstone Ave.
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 635-2674
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 635-2674
0.4 miles
Gr: K-6 | 686 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Laneview Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2095 Warmwood Ln.
San Jose, CA 95132
(408) 923-1920
San Jose, CA 95132
(408) 923-1920
0.4 miles
Gr: K-5 | 349 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rancho Milpitas Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1915 Yellowstone Ave.
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 635-2656
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 635-2656
0.4 miles
Gr: 7-8 | 693 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Morrill Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1970 Morrill Ave.
San Jose, CA 95132
(408) 923-1930
San Jose, CA 95132
(408) 923-1930
0.6 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 665 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Majestic Way Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1855 Majestic Way
San Jose, CA 95132
(408) 923-1925
San Jose, CA 95132
(408) 923-1925
0.8 miles
Gr: K-5 | 421 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
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