Foothill High vs Thomas S. Hart Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Foothill High
Pleasanton · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,169 students
Thomas S. Hart Middle
Pleasanton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,129 students
| Measure | Foothill High Pleasanton, California | Thomas S. Hart Middle Pleasanton, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 10% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #34 of 1,343 | #49 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #1549 of 16,910 | #1240 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 2,169 | 1,129 |
| Enrollment | 2,169 | 1,129 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 8.9% | 10% |
| Students per teacher | 22.4 | 23.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 85% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 69% | 76% |
| city | Pleasanton | Pleasanton |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thomas S. Hart Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.6 vs 78.2).
- •Thomas S. Hart Middle does better on math proficiency (76% vs 69%).
- •Foothill High does better on reading proficiency (85% vs 82%).
- •Foothill High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.9% vs 10%).
- •Foothill High does better on students per teacher (22.4 vs 23.5).
- •Foothill High is the larger school with 2,169 students compared with 1,129.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Foothill High better than Thomas S. Hart Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Thomas S. Hart Middle ranks higher (81.6 vs 78.2 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Foothill High and Thomas S. Hart Middle?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Pleasanton and Pleasanton in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Foothill High: 2,169. Thomas S. Hart Middle: 1,129. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Foothill High and Thomas S. Hart Middle rank in California?
Foothill High is 34th of 1,343 and Thomas S. Hart Middle is 49th of 1,334 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).