Serving 973 students in grades 9-12, Forest Hills High 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 40-44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 973 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Forest Hills High serves the eastern part of Marshville, NC, covering an area of approximately 201.9 square miles. Families in this attendance zone can expect a typical drive to the school of 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 7.6 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 12.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Forest Hills High School's student population of 973 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
973 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Forest Hills High 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 High School is 0.68, 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
#1757 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)40-44%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
44%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
27%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
23%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
87%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
6%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Hills High School's ranking?
Forest Hills High School is ranked #1757 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Forest Hills High School often compared to?
Forest Hills High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marvin Ridge High School, Monroe High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Forest Hills High School?
The graduation rate of Forest Hills High School is 87%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Forest Hills High School?
973 students attend Forest Hills High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Forest Hills High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 23% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forest Hills High School?
Forest Hills High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Forest Hills High School offer ?
Forest Hills High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Forest Hills High School part of?
Forest Hills High School is part of Union County School District.
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