Serving 2,418 students in grades 9-12, Forest Hill Community High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,418 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forest Hill Community High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Forest Hill Community High School's student population of 2,418 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 120 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,418 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
120 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Forest Hill Community High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest Hill Community High School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2965 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
73%
36%
Black
12%
21%
White
12%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Hill Community High School's ranking?
Forest Hill Community High School is ranked #2965 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Forest Hill Community High School?
The graduation rate of Forest Hill Community High School is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 89%.
How many students attend Forest Hill Community High School?
2,418 students attend Forest Hill Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Forest Hill Community High School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Forest Hill Community High School?
Forest Hill Community High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Forest Hill Community High School offer ?
Forest Hill Community High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Forest Hill Community High School part of?
Forest Hill Community High School is part of Palm Beach School District.
In what neighborhood is Forest Hill Community High School located?
Forest Hill Community High School is located in the Parker Ridge neighborhood of West Palm Beach, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Parker Ridge.
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