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#1089 of 2,463 schools in NJ
Top 44% in state
Forest Hill School
Elementary School · Camden City School District
1625 Wildwood Avenue, Camden, NJ 08103
Enrollment
312
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
312
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Camden
#2 of 15
public schools
New Jersey elementary schools
#658 of 1,496
In district
#2 of 16
Camden City School District
School environment
9.7 / 10
Exceptional
About Forest Hill School
Forest Hill School is a public elementary school in Camden, New Jersey, serving kindergarten through fifth grade. With an enrollment of 312 students and a student-teacher ratio of 7.6:1, Forest Hill offers personalized attention to each child. The school has 41 full-time equivalent teachers committed to nurturing the academic growth and social development of their students.
Forest Hill School's MySchoolScout rating is 3.7 out of 10, placing it in the 18th percentile among New Jersey schools based on state rankings. Academically, the school aims to improve with proficiency rates at 10% for ELA/reading and 7% for math, and currently no students are proficient or above in science. Despite these challenges, Forest Hill focuses on providing a supportive learning environment that encourages continuous improvement.
Forest Hill School is situated in a small city setting within Camden, which offers its own unique community character and resources to help support the school’s efforts in education and student development.
What Parents Should Know
While current test scores at Forest Hill School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.
With a student-teacher ratio of 7.6:1, Forest Hill School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Forest Hill School — Students at Forest Hill School score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2023-24)
Based on 13 test records from NJ 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: 8.4/10.
How Forest Hill School Compares
See how Forest Hill School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 7.5% (2019) to 2.5% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 12% (2019) to 7.5% (2022).
Location
1625 Wildwood Avenue, Camden, NJ 08103
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Forest Hill School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Woodlynne Boro Public School (rated 7.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Woodlynne), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Riletta Twyne Cream Early Childhood Center (rated 7.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST JOSEPH PRO-CATHEDRAL SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Camden, see our Camden schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$37,563
Median Home Value
$103,800
Median Rent
$1,203/mo
Population
13,137
College Educated
9.9%
Homeownership
33.3%
Avg Commute
28.2 min
Poverty Rate
30.1%
Median Age
36.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding Forest Hill School has a median household income of $37,563. It is a community where 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $103,800, with a median rent of $1,203/month. The area has a poverty rate of 30.1%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brookside Elementary School Monroe Township, NJ | 6.6 |
| CHRIST THE TEACHER ACADEMY Fort Lee, NJ | 6.6 |
| Clara Barton Elementary Bordentown, NJ | 6.6 |
| Clarence B. Lamb Elementary School Wrightstown, NJ | 6.6 |
| Delair Elementary School Delair, NJ | 6.6 |
| Eleanor G. Hewitt Ringwood, NJ | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Forest Hill School
What grades does Forest Hill School serve?
Forest Hill School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Forest Hill School?
Forest Hill School has an enrollment of approximately 312 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Forest Hill School?
The student-teacher ratio at Forest Hill School is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Forest Hill School rank in NJ?
Forest Hill School is ranked #1089 out of 2,463 schools in NJ.
What is Forest Hill School's MySchoolScout rating?
Forest Hill School has a composite rating of 6.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Forest Hill School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Forest Hill School has 7.2% math proficiency and 10.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Forest Hill School a charter school?
No, Forest Hill School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Forest Hill School a Title I school?
No, Forest Hill School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Forest Hill School?
61.9% of students at Forest Hill 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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Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Low (6/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 312
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Camden County
- Phone
- (856) 966-8930
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Camden City School District- District Enrollment
- 7,117
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $44,954
- District Rank
- #2 of 16
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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