FOREST HILL COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL
FOREST HILL COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the PALM BEACH school district, located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL with about 2,460 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 141 teachers, FOREST HILL COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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 COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL, located in West Palm Beach, Florida, serves as a comprehensive public secondary institution within the School District of Palm Beach County. The school is known for its commitment to providing a diverse educational experience, offering a range of academic programs including Advanced Placement (AP) courses, AICE (Cambridge) programs, and various Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. The "community" aspect of the school’s name reflects its dedication to fostering partnerships with local organizations and encouraging student involvement in civic activities and extracurricular programs.
As a traditional high school, Forest Hill emphasizes a balanced environment that supports both academic rigor and social development. The campus provides a variety of athletic, artistic, and club-based opportunities intended to engage its diverse student body. By focusing on a well-rounded curriculum and community-oriented initiatives, the school strives to equip its graduates with the essential skills, leadership capabilities, and global perspectives necessary to succeed in their post-secondary endeavors.
For more information, contact FOREST HILL COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL at (561) 540-2400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
WEST PALM BEACH, FL 33405-4555
(561) 540-2400
FOREST HILL COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in WEST PALM BEACH, FL with about 2,460 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Florida
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Magnet school:
- Yes
- District:
- PALM BEACH
- Total Students:
- 2,460
- Teachers:
- 141
- 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 2,460 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending FOREST HILL COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 70% of the student body.
- Hispanic/Latino
- 70.3%
- Black or African American
- 14.0%
- White
- 12.2%
- Two or more races
- 2.0%
- Asian
- 1.0%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.5%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 45.4%
- Male
- 54.6%
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.