Serving 340 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Forest Hills Global Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Forest Hills Global Elementary serves the southwest part of Wilmington, NC, covering an area of approximately 2.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Forest Hills Global Elementary School's student population of 340 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
340 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Forest Hills Global Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest Hills Global Elementary School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2539 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)19%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
38%
22%
Black
43%
24%
White
13%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Hills Global Elementary School's ranking?
Forest Hills Global Elementary School is ranked #2539 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Forest Hills Global Elementary School often compared to?
Forest Hills Global Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dr John Codington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Forest Hills Global Elementary School?
340 students attend Forest Hills Global Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Forest Hills Global Elementary School students are Black, 38% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forest Hills Global Elementary School?
Forest Hills Global Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Forest Hills Global Elementary School offer ?
Forest Hills Global Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Forest Hills Global Elementary School part of?
Forest Hills Global Elementary School is part of New Hanover County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Forest Hills Global Elementary School located?
Forest Hills Global Elementary School is located in the Forest Hills neighborhood of Wilmington, NC.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
This is one of the best schools I've been to the teachers are nice and so is the printable. We have a lot of fun stuff and games to help us learn math I think would be a great school to send your child to.
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