FOREST MEADOW J H

FOREST MEADOW J H is a Title I public middle school that is part of the RICHARDSON ISD school district, located in DALLAS, TX with about 784 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 8th 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 56 teachers, FOREST MEADOW J H 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 Meadow Junior High (FMJH) is a public school serving grades 7 and 8, located in the Lake Highlands area of Dallas, Texas. It operates as part of the Richardson Independent School District (RISD), a district widely recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, diverse student population, and robust extracurricular programming. The school is situated in a central suburban neighborhood, serving a community that values a balance between rigorous core academics and holistic student development.

The school is known for providing a transitional learning environment that bridges the gap between elementary and high school. With a focus on preparing students for the advanced curriculum of Lake Highlands High School, Forest Meadow offers a variety of Pre-AP courses, elective options—such as fine arts, athletics, and technology—and various clubs designed to foster student engagement. By focusing on both social-emotional growth and scholastic achievement, Forest Meadow Junior High aims to create a supportive community where students can build the foundational skills and confidence necessary for long-term academic success.

For more information, contact FOREST MEADOW J H at (469) 593-1500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

9373 WHITEHURST DR
DALLAS, TX 75243-4107
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FOREST MEADOW J H is a public Title I school in DALLAS, TX with about 784 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
District:
RICHARDSON ISD
Total Students:
784
Teachers:
56.02
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
Grade Levels Offered
7th Grade
8th 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 784 students

Black or African American
38.3%
Hispanic/Latino
36.1%
White
20.2%
Asian
3.2%
Two or more races
1.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%

Female
44.4%
Male
55.6%

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.