Serving 484 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Forest Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Forest Hill Elementary serves the northeast part of Amarillo, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 2.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Forest Hill Elementary School's student population of 484 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
484 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Forest Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest Hill Elementary School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2972 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
81%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Forest Green and Yellow
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Forest Hill Elementary School is ranked #2972 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Forest Hill Elementary School?
484 students attend Forest Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Forest Hill Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forest Hill Elementary School?
Forest Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Forest Hill Elementary School offer ?
Forest Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Forest Hill Elementary School part of?
Forest Hill Elementary School is part of Amarillo Independent School District.
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