FOREST HILLS GLOBAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Forest Hills Global Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the New Hanover County Schools school district, located in Wilmington, NC with about 423 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 32 teachers, Forest Hills Global Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Forest Hills Global Elementary, located in the historic Forest Hills neighborhood of Wilmington, North Carolina, is a distinguished institution within the New Hanover County School system. As a magnet school with a specialized focus on global studies, the school is dedicated to preparing students for a diverse and interconnected world. The curriculum integrates international perspectives across various subjects, fostering an environment where students are encouraged to become curious, culturally aware, and socially responsible global citizens.

Beyond its academic focus, Forest Hills is known for its strong sense of community and commitment to the "Global" philosophy, which emphasizes empathy, collaboration, and critical thinking. The school serves a diverse student body and prides itself on small-group instruction and hands-on learning experiences that extend beyond the classroom. By combining traditional academic rigor with international themes and world language exposure, Forest Hills Global Elementary strives to equip its students with the foundational skills and broadened worldview necessary to succeed in a modern, globalized society.

For more information, contact Forest Hills Global Elementary at (910) 251-6190 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.