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#946 of 1,356 schools in AL
Forest Hill Elementary School
Elementary School · Mobile County
4501 Moffett Rd, Mobile, AL 36618
Enrollment
485
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
485
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alabama schools
#946 of 1,356
In Mobile
#24 of 56
public schools
In district
#39 of 87
Mobile County
Academic performance
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Forest Hill Elementary School
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About Forest Hill Elementary School
Forest Hill Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mobile, AL, part of Mobile County. Forest Hill Elementary School serves approximately 485 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Forest Hill Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #946 of 1,356 schools in AL.
Structured state assessment records for Forest Hill Elementary School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- AL avg 7.4
What Parents Should Know
55% of students at Forest Hill Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Forest Hill Elementary School — Students at Forest Hill Elementary School score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AL ACAP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from AL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.3/10.
How Forest Hill Elementary School Compares
See how Forest Hill Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4501 Moffett Rd, Mobile, AL 36618
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Forest Hill Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Old Shell Road Magnet School (rated 9.4/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST PIUS X SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SpencerWestlawn Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mobile, see our Mobile schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CL Scarborough Model Middle School Mobile | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| ST IGNATIUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mobile | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Mary B Austin Elementary School Mobile | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| John Will Elementary School Mobile | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| The Pathway Mobile | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Phillips Preparatory Middle School Mobile | 2.1 mi | 8.6 |
| ChastangFournier Middle School Mobile | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Old Shell Road Magnet School Mobile | 2.3 mi | 9.4 |
| ClarkShaw Magnet School Mobile | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| ER Dickson Elementary School Mobile | 2.8 mi | 4.6 |
| AL-IMAN ACADEMY OF MOBILE Mobile | 2.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Indian Springs Elementary School Eight Mile | 3.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Orchard Elementary School Mobile | 2.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Acceleration Day and Evening Academy Mobile | 3.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Acceleration Preparatory Academy Mobile | 3.2 mi | 4.2 |
| PRICHARD PREPARATORY SCHOOL Whistler | 3.1 mi | 5.6 |
| SpencerWestlawn Elementary School Mobile | 3.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Holloway Elementary Mobile | 2.9 mi | 4.6 |
| UMS-WRIGHT PREPARATORY SCHOOL Mobile | 3.1 mi | 5.0 |
| ST PIUS X SCHOOL Mobile | 3.4 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 36618 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,075
Median Home Value
$155,500
Median Rent
$1,102/mo
Population
17,438
College Educated
29.4%
Homeownership
74.1%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
19.6%
Median Age
39.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC SCHOOL Daphne, AL | 5.4 |
| Florence Howard Elementary School Mobile, AL | 5.4 |
| Highlands Elementary School Huntsville, AL | 5.4 |
| WC Griggs Elementary School Mobile, AL | 5.4 |
| Dannelly Elementary School Montgomery, AL | 5.5 |
| Dozier Elementary School Montgomery, AL | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Forest Hill Elementary School
What grades does Forest Hill Elementary School serve?
Forest Hill Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Forest Hill Elementary School?
Forest Hill Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 485 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Forest Hill Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Forest Hill Elementary School is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Forest Hill Elementary School rank in AL?
Forest Hill Elementary School ranks #946 of 1,356 schools in AL.
What is Forest Hill Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Forest Hill Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Forest Hill Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Forest Hill Elementary School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Forest Hill Elementary School a charter school?
No, Forest Hill Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Forest Hill Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Forest Hill Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Forest Hill Elementary School?
93.4% of students at Forest Hill Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 485
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Mobile County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.6%
- Phone
- (251) 221-1270
Resources & Links
District
Mobile County- District Enrollment
- 50,929
- Schools in District
- 92
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,245
- District Rank
- #39 of 87
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