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
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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