FOREST PARK HIGH SCHOOL

Forest Park High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Clayton County school district, located in Forest Park, GA with about 1,728 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 85 teachers, Forest Park High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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 Park High School, located in Forest Park, Georgia, is a public secondary school serving students in grades 9 through 12 as part of the Clayton County Public Schools district. The school is known for its commitment to academic preparation and personal development, offering a variety of programs designed to meet the diverse needs of its student population. Beyond its core curriculum, Forest Park High School emphasizes the importance of community involvement and maintains a strong focus on preparing students for life after graduation, whether through college enrollment, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce.

The school features a vibrant campus culture characterized by a wide range of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletic teams, academic clubs, and arts organizations. These programs are intended to foster school spirit, leadership skills, and collaborative experiences among the student body. With a mission to cultivate a supportive learning environment, Forest Park High School strives to bridge the gap between classroom instruction and real-world application, aiming to empower its students to become productive, engaged citizens within their local community and beyond.

For more information, contact Forest Park High School at (404) 362-3890 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

5452 Phillips Dr
Forest Park, GA 30297
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FOREST PARK HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Forest Park, GA with about 1,728 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Georgia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Clayton County
Total Students:
1,728
Teachers:
85
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 1,728 students

Hispanic/Latino
44.6%
Black or African American
42.1%
Asian
9.1%
White
2.6%
Two or more races
1.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
50.3%
Male
49.7%

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.