Very Good
#984 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 26% in state
Forest Hill Elementary School
Elementary School · PALM BEACH
5555 PURDY LN, West Palm Beach, FL 33415
Enrollment
910
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
910
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#984 of 3,778
In West Palm Beach
#10 of 49
public schools
In district
#78 of 221
PALM BEACH
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Forest Hill Elementary School
Forest Hill Elementary School is a public elementary school in West Palm Beach, FL, part of PALM BEACH. Forest Hill Elementary School serves approximately 910 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Forest Hill Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #984 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Forest Hill Elementary School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 7.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
38% 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 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 7.4/10.
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
5555 PURDY LN, West Palm Beach, FL 33415
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Forest Hill Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GREENACRES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Greenacres), which scores notably higher. Another option is PINE JOG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, CLIFFORD O TAYLOR/KIRKLANE ELEMENTARY (rated 6.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Palm Springs), a more accessible option. For more schools in West Palm Beach, see our West Palm Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33415 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,199
Median Home Value
$220,800
Median Rent
$1,597/mo
Population
53,058
College Educated
18.9%
Homeownership
57.7%
Avg Commute
28.7 min
Poverty Rate
16.7%
Median Age
37.7
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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 910 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Forest Hill Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Forest Hill Elementary School is 14.4:1. 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 FL?
Forest Hill Elementary School ranks #984 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Forest Hill Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Forest Hill Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% 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?
70.4% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 910
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 63
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Palm Beach County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.8%
- Phone
- (561) 432-2300
Resources & Links
District
PALM BEACH- District Enrollment
- 189,777
- Schools in District
- 235
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,897
- District Rank
- #78 of 221
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