FOREST HILL EL
FOREST HILL EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the AMARILLO ISD school district, located in AMARILLO, TX with about 592 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 40 teachers, FOREST HILL EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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 HILL ELementary is a public school located in Amarillo, Texas, serving students as part of the Amarillo Independent School District. Situated on Amarillo Boulevard East, the school acts as a foundational learning environment for the local community, focusing on core academic development and the personal growth of its elementary-aged students. The school emphasizes a supportive atmosphere designed to prepare young learners for their future academic careers through a structured curriculum and faculty dedicated to student success.
As a member of the Amarillo ISD, FOREST HILL ELementary integrates district-wide standards while fostering its own unique school culture. The school maintains a digital presence through its official website, which serves as a central hub for parents and guardians to access information regarding school policies, academic calendars, and community resources. By prioritizing community engagement and educational excellence, the school strives to create a safe and productive environment that encourages student participation and long-term academic achievement.
For more information, contact FOREST HILL EL at (806) 326-4400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
AMARILLO, TX 79107-5735
(806) 326-4400
FOREST HILL EL is a public Title I school in AMARILLO, TX with about 592 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Texas
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- AMARILLO ISD
- Total Students:
- 592
- Teachers:
- 40.74
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 592 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending FOREST HILL EL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 78% of the student body.
- Hispanic/Latino
- 77.7%
- White
- 15.0%
- Black or African American
- 5.2%
- Asian
- 1.2%
- Two or more races
- 0.7%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 47.6%
- Male
- 52.4%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.