Folsom Hills is a top performing elementary school in the heart of Briggs Ranch. The school was given an API (Academic Performance Index) state rank of 10 which means it fell into the top 10% of comparable schools. They met their 2010 school wide growth target, compared to 79% that also did in the state, and also their 2010 subgroup growth target, which only 67% of statewide schools did. 80% of fifth graders leaving are proficient in science, compared to 56% statewide; 86% are proficient in English Language Arts as compared to 58% statewide; and 84% were proficient in math as compared to 60% statewide. The school also has a GreatSchools.org rating of 9 out of 10. Here are a few testimonials about Folsom Hills Elementary:
"Excellent School!! After living in several areas of the state over the last 12 years and moving up from one of the most expensive areas in the Bay Area with the most sought after schools, I am proud to say I am part of the Briggs Ranch community and the Folsom Hills Elementary school. My two kids have made friends quickly, enjoy their teachers, and have improved their grades. I give the school an A+."
—Submitted by a parent (5 star rating)
"My two daughters are in 4th and 6th grades this year. They have both attended Folsom Hills since Kindergarten. Our experience over the last 7 years has been fantastic. The teachers and staff as well as the academic curriculum is unsurpassed."
—Submitted by a parent (5 star rating)
After finishing 5th grade at Folsom Hills elementary school, students will move onto another great school in the city.
Folsom Middle School which has a www.GreatSchools.org rating of 9 out of 10 as well. Folsom Middle School also had an API rank of 10 (top 10% in the state) and also met its growth and subgroup growth targets. Proficiency rates are as followed in 2010:
Science - 83% Statewide - 59%
English - 74% Statewide - 54%
History - 82% Statewide - 47%
Algebra - 66% Statewide - 46%
Geometry - 100% Statewide - 86%
Here are some reviews by parents about the school:
"All three of my children have now completed middle school at Folsom Middle and we have felt fortunate for them to have had that opportunity. Teachers and staff have very high expectations of their students and, for the most part, the entire staff demonstrates a sincere interest in students' success. The music and athletics programs are outstanding and the rigor of the curriculum well prepares kids for high school. We have been pleased."
—Submitted by a parent (5 star rating)
"The quality of education, care and commitment of the staff is quite commendable."
—Submitted by a parent (5 star rating)
After completing the 8th grade, students will attend either Folsom High School or Vista Del Lago High School. No matter which high school your child attends, they will receive an outstanding education. Many of the children in Briggs Ranch will attend Vista Del Lago High School.
Vista Del Lago High School has a GreatSchools.org rating of 9 our of 10 and an API rank of 10 as well. Like the schools before it, Vista also met its growth and subgroup growth targets for the previous year. Vista has a 97% English score and a 99% math score for the California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE). Here are the API proficiency percentiles for grade 11:
High School Mathematics - 76% - Statewide - 50%
Biology - 71% - Statewide - 46%
History - 69% - Statewide - 45%
English - 74% - Statewide - 43%
Physics - 85% - Statewide - 53%
Earth Science - 86% - Statewide - 32%
After finishing high school, your children will have a few options for local colleges. Folsom Lake College (FLC) is a state-of-the-art community college located just five minuets from Briggs Ranch. FLC offers an array of courses in all areas and an boasting an outstanding transfer rate and notable teachers. Additionally, there is a brand new performing arts center called Three Stages.
California State University, Sacramento is also in the area and only a twenty minute drive from Folsom. Both are outstanding colleges! Whether your child chooses to go to community college or a four year university they will receive an outstanding education.
