Forest Hill Community High School also known as Forest Hill or The Hill, is a coeducational public high school in West Palm Beach, Florida with an enrollment of 2,457 students. The school is a part of the School District of Palm Beach County.
Serving 2,108 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 31% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,108 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Forest Hill Community High School's student population of 2,108 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,108 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Year Founded
1958
Colors
Black, Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Forest Hill Community High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest Hill Community High School is 0.39, 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
#2946 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
77%
37%
Black
10%
21%
White
10%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcon
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Hill Community High School's ranking?
Forest Hill Community High School is ranked #2946 out of 3,704 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40% 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 86%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Forest Hill Community High School?
2,108 students attend Forest Hill Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Forest Hill Community High School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 10% 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 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Forest Hill Community High School offer ?
Forest Hill Community High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
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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