Foothills Christian High School

2321 Dryden Rd El Cajon, CA 92020
www.foothillsschool.net

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 265 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $5,500
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 265 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $5,500
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Rankings

Foothills Christian High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

Category
Attribute
Affordability

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Students By Grade
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
265 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
29%
State avg.: 52%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost

School Notes

  • The mission of FCHS is to educate our students from a Biblically based worldview and to promote the development of a distinctly Christian soul.
  • Teaming with parents and guardians, teachers, staff, students, and the Body of Christ, we promote the development of spiritual maturity, academic excellence,and athletic achievement.
  • The mission of FCHS is to educate our students from a Biblically based worldview and to promote the development of a distinctly Christian soul.
  • Teaming with parents and guardians, teachers, staff, students, and the Body of Christ, we promote the development of spiritual maturity, academic excellence,and athletic achievement.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Foothills Christian High School cost?
Foothills Christian High School's tuition is approximately $5,500 for private students.
What sports does Foothills Christian High School offer?
Foothills Christian High School offers 9 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Foothills Christian High School?
The application deadline for Foothills Christian High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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