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#1833 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Forest Hill School
Elementary School · Camden City School District
1625 Wildwood Avenue, Camden, NJ 08103
Enrollment
312
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
312
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,833 of 2,466
In Camden
#11 of 20
public schools
In district
#9 of 16
Camden City School District
Academic growth
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Forest Hill School
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About Forest Hill School
Forest Hill School is a public elementary school in Camden, NJ, part of Camden City School District. Forest Hill School serves approximately 312 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Forest Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,833 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Forest Hill School show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Forest Hill School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 7.6:1 students to teachers, Forest Hill School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
54% of students at Forest Hill 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 School — Students at Forest Hill School score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 43 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: 8.2/10.
How Forest Hill School Compares
See how Forest Hill 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
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 7.1/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Woodlynne), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOSEPH PRO-CATHEDRAL SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Riletta Twyne Cream Early Childhood Center (rated 6.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. 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
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| Barley Sheaf Elementary School Flemington, NJ | 5.3 |
| Bradley Elementary School Asbury Park, NJ | 5.3 |
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| Eastlake Elementary School Parsippany, NJ | 5.3 |
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 ranks #1,833 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Forest Hill School's MySchoolScout rating?
Forest Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Forest Hill School has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
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.
Neighborhood Context
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.5%
- Phone
- (856) 966-8930
Resources & Links
District
Camden City School District- District Enrollment
- 7,117
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $44,954
- District Rank
- #9 of 16
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