Best Schools in Forest Hill, Maryland
2 schools · 2 Elementary
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Forest Lakes Elementary
Elementary · Harford County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Forest Hill Elementary
Elementary · Harford County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
8.2
out of 10
Median Home
$439,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
8.2
out of 10
Median Home
$439,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Forest Hill
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Forest Lakes Elementary | 8.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Forest Hill Elementary | 7.8 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.2/10
- Median household income
- $123,750
- Median home value
- $439,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 47%
- Avg commute
- 32 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 89%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Forest Hill compares
Median household income
$124k
112% of Maryland median
About Schools in Forest Hill, Maryland
Forest Hill, Maryland is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools.
With an average rating of 8.2 out of 10, schools in Forest Hill perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Forest Hill is Forest Lakes Elementary with a composite score of 8.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Forest Hill is served by 1 school district: Harford County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 38,105 students.
Forest Hill's community shows 47% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $123,750. The poverty rate in the area is 3.6%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 420 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.6 |
| 2 | 475 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.8 |
Schools in Forest Hill
Forest Hill, Maryland · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$123,750
Median Home Value
$439,200
Median Rent
$1,646/mo
Population
17,848
College Educated
47%
Homeownership
89%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Community Profile
Forest Hill has a median household income of $123,750. It is a well-educated community where 47% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $439,200, with a median rent of $1,646/month. The local poverty rate of 3.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- State
- Maryland
- Elementary
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Forest Hill, Maryland
How many schools are in Forest Hill, Maryland?
Forest Hill has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Forest Hill, Maryland?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Forest Hill is 8.2 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Forest Hill, Maryland?
The top-ranked school in Forest Hill on MySchoolScout is Forest Lakes Elementary with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Forest Hill, Maryland?
The top-ranked elementary school in Forest Hill on MySchoolScout is Forest Lakes Elementary with a composite score of 8.6/10.
How many school districts serve Forest Hill, Maryland?
Forest Hill is served by 1 school district: Harford County Public Schools.
What is the education level in Forest Hill, Maryland?
According to Census data, 47% of adults in Forest Hill have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Forest Hill, Maryland?
The median household income in Forest Hill is approximately $123,750 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Forest Hill, Maryland?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Forest Hill is 14.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Forest Hill, Maryland?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Maryland Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.