Serving 506 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Forest Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Forest Hill Elementary serves the southwest part of San Jose, CA, covering an area of approximately 3.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone is about 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 1.2 miles to the nearest boundary, extending up to 1.9 miles at its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forest Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Forest Hill Elementary School's student population of 506 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
506 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
School Rankings
Forest Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest Hill Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#359 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Asian
49%
12%
Hispanic
12%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
26%
20%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Forest Hill Elementary School is ranked #359 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Forest Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Forest Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marshall Lane Elementary School, Gussie M. Baker Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Forest Hill Elementary School?
506 students attend Forest Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Forest Hill Elementary School students are Asian, 26% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forest Hill Elementary School?
Forest Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Forest Hill Elementary School offer ?
Forest Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Forest Hill Elementary School part of?
Forest Hill Elementary School is part of Campbell Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Forest Hill Elementary School located?
Forest Hill Elementary School is located in the Forest Hill And Westmont neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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