A middle school that serves the foothills area in Arcadia. The two elementary schools, Hugo Reid…read moreElementary and Highland Oaks Elementary) feed the school's population. The school colors are green and black; and the mascot is that of a Scottish terrier dog. Foothills Middle School (FMS) is known for its academic excellence and has a very high API score. The teachers here are fantastic at encouraging students to work in a subject, and preparing them for high school. The environment of FMS is somewhat tolerable. The restrooms reek of urine and the lightning is just plain creepy in 'em. However, for a school that has been passed up for renovations because it's located on a fault line, the general cleanliness is good enough. Fun facts: The school newspaper (at the time of this writing) was shut down three to four years ago due to lack of funding. It was a student-run publication and they charged 50 cents for an issue. 7th graders are/were obligated to choose between taking an elective class of Orchestra, Band, or Art/Acting. Consequently, FMS's band is larger than those of the other middle schools due to its conscription-like enrollment of students.

To all the moms out there, I am someone who has been there for all three years. I just graduated…read morethis year. My experience was relatively well. Some of the kids there are really spoiled rich kids who will make fun of you a lot of the people at the school do not talk English there's a lot of academics there and yeah.

This isn't the best place to take your kid…read more It's located right next to a Motel 6. Facilities are outdated, old, and run-down. There's a lot of staff turnover and a lack of communication from the principal and staff about safety or anything important. In the classroom, there's a lack of academic skills, and competent staff to deliver a comprehensive academic program. I'm glad I was able to remove my kid just in time, and I'm not the only one. It took a lot of work, including tutoring, to catch her up at her new school. I can't believe they let kids fall so far behind with fewer than 10 in a classroom -- it's embarrassing. They come up with lots of games, field trips, and ways to avoid teaching the kids and spend time outside the classroom. I heard that Barnhart had over 600 students at one point and now has fewer than 170 and this is a number obtained from a head of staff, and still declining, this information alone should tell you what's going on with the school. Good luck.

We transferred here due to the Eaton fire. Although it's only been a short time, we already feel…read morethat this school is a great place for students. The new principal is warm, visionary, and highly efficient. He quickly offered support and space to other schools affected by the fire, which was incredibly generous. Our child joined the TK class, and Ms. Markis has been wonderfully caring and encouraging. Our child is excited to go to school every day and comes home eager to share what new things they've learned. There are Spanish lessons three times a week, and the TK teacher has even introduced some Chinese daily vocabulary, very practical. The kids get along really well, and the learning environment is positive.

What a kind school much love to the people who work here! Great school to go too I recommendread more

Y'all my favorite Chris Evans movie was filmed here. It's called not another teen movie lmaoooooread more

This school shows a lot of support for my academic grades and the academic level for students are…read moreincredible. The food is awesome and the community is amazing. Teachers are very helpful and funny!

Im going to this school on 8/12/21 in Arcadia, California. I have to do Reading, Writing, Math,…read moreScience, History, Art, and P.E. with lunch. Im kind of nervous tho. :) Brandon

Unfortunately will not be recommending this school for any parent. The teachers were very…read moredisrespectful towards parents and students during my visit. Very concerned on why they do not have benches for the children for games or events.

I'm here for Tuesday night Adult Volleyball, hosted by the City of Arcadia. Only $10/month…read moreregistration fee. The school's gym is really nice, well maintained, with two volleyball courts, a full-size basketball court, and two half-size basketball courts. There's a small staff office and men's/women's restrooms, which are kept clean and well stocked. Decent size parking lot outside of the gym and plenty of on-street parking.

我们真的很庆幸当初选了这所学校。孩子在这里不会觉得被学习压的喘不过气，反而觉得有人在支持他帮助他。老师关心的是每个孩子是个什么需要什么，而不仅仅是分数。看到孩子在自信和学习上的进步，真的让我们觉得太值…read more了。

This school was very good! Every teacher is kind and helpfully. I was a student from public high…read moreschool to Arroyo Pacific Academy, My grades were so bad at the public high school that I thought I couldn't go to college. But with the help of my teachers in the Arroyo Pacific Academy, I was able to get into college! UC Davis I'm Coming!!!

First summer both of my sons attended Little Harvard. They were happy, well fed and coming out of…read moreCOVID lockdown. My older son has phased out and is now in TCHS Geometry and just made the basketball team but my younger son is now back at Little Harvard. He's always enjoyed school but he is absolutely thrilled every day when he comes home from school, gushing about how great the teachers are, how wonderful his friends are, what he's learning. He told me about a child who cried when asked to introduce herself and it impressed me when my son said the teachers taught everyone to be inclusive, loving and no one made fun of her, just tried to help her. This is the environmental I want my son in- to learn to be kind, while having fun and learning. Really loving this place right now. If you're not near Arcadia School District, look up Chiao Hsin in Walnut and Monterey Park. These two so far are great for us!!! After my younger son phases out, my daughter will definitely be going next if we still live here.

This is a high quality after school program. They help your child with tutoring in math and…read morewriting. Mr. Nelson and Ms. Grace run the program. They are always available for questions and are very helpful. Your child's grades will improve. They send home work that is challenging and not too easy, yet it is still appropriate for your child's grade level. I would recommend them as a parent. They also do spelling bees which help reinforce skills learned throughout the school year so they aren't forgotten.

I lived in Arcadia for a decade, passed by the school countless times, didn't pay attention to its…read moreexistence till the time came when I needed to find a good school for my baby girl. ACS needs to do better with marketing *wink wink*. We've been with ACS preschool for almost two years now, it's the best you can find in the area in my opinion. The teachers are the best, they are caring, knowledgeable and personable. Often times you could tell they are pretty tired toward the end of the day, but they would still stay and talk to the parents patiently when they have questions and concerns about their children. I wholeheartedly recommend ACS to parents who genuinely want a caring place for their children that is based on biblical Christian values. With all the darkness and chaos going around in the world, ACS is one of the few remaining lights on the hill. Yes, I am aware of issues mentioned in the other reviews as well as other ongoing challenges. I am hoping and praying that more good people will come to ACS, together let's build a solid foundation for our children's future.

Arcadia Christian School has been such a blessing to our family. I have nothing but wonderful…read morethings to say about this school. You're welcomed by kind, caring staff and amazing children who create such a warm atmosphere. I'm so grateful to have such an upstanding school in our community that pours into the our families. I also want to give a special thank you to Teacher Shelby. She has done an incredible job over the past few years, and I've personally seen the positive impact she's had on my family. Her communication, dedication, and genuine care have helped us more than she knows, and her hard work never goes unnoticed. We are beyond thankful for everything she does.