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#776 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 16% in state

Forest Hills High School

High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28

67-01 110TH ST, Forest Hills, NY 11375

Enrollment

3,425

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

7.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#776 of 4,742

In Forest Hills

#4 of 10

public schools

In district

#7 of 50

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28

Equity

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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7.9/10

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About Forest Hills High School

Forest Hills High School is a public high school in Forest Hills, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28. Forest Hills High School serves approximately 3,425 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Forest Hills High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #776 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Forest Hills High School show 92% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 94% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

What's said publicly about Forest Hills High School

Sources: School's website Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated April 2026.

Forest Hills High School (FHHS) is a public high school located in Forest Hills, Queens, New York City 2 . Operated by the New York City Department of Education, the institution was dedicated in 1937 and serves students in grades 9 through 12 2 . The school draws its student body from Forest Hills and Rego Park, as well as several other nearby Queens neighborhoods, including Corona, East Elmhurst, Elmhurst, Flushing, Jackson Heights, Jamaica, Kew Gardens, Maspeth, Middle Village, and Woodside 2 .
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  2. en.wikipedia.org
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How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.2
  • NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

Forest Hills High School is a large school: 3,425 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.04 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendStable
Academics9.7Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency88% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency90% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency89% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+45.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile95th
College Readiness7.5Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate91%
AP Participation30.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Chronic Absenteeism23.9%

Forest Hills High School — Students at Forest Hills High School score 89% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

73.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 91.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 94.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
93%
ELA
97%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
97%
2011
Math
95%
ELA
96%
2012
Math
97%
ELA
96%
2013
Math
64%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
98%
ELA
98%
2015
Math
97%
ELA
96%
2016
Math
96%
ELA
97%
2017
Math
95%
ELA
97%
2018
Math
94%
ELA
96%
2019
Math
94%
ELA
96%
2020*
Math
88%
ELA
90%
2021*
Math
88%
ELA
90%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Forest Hills High School Compares

See how Forest Hills High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.9/10
84th percentile in NY
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
5.4/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.4
Sports
5
2 boys' · 3 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
74%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
228 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
30.9% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics5sports offered
2 boys'·3 girls'·5 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

67-01 110TH ST, Forest Hills, NY 11375

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Forest Hills High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PS 196 GRAND CENTRAL PARKWAY (rated 8.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ACADEMY FOR EXCELLENCE THROUGH THE ARTS (THE) (rated 8.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PS 101 SCHOOL IN THE GARDENS (rated 8.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Forest Hills, see our Forest Hills schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
ACADEMY FOR EXCELLENCE THROUGH THE ARTS (THE) Forest Hills 0.3 mi 8.5
PS 175 LYNN GROSS DISCOVERY SCHOOL (THE) Rego Park 0.4 mi 6.0
JHS 157 STEPHEN A HALSEY Rego Park 0.5 mi 7.7
JHS 190 RUSSELL SAGE Forest Hills 0.6 mi 7.3
BNOS MALKA ACADEMY Forest Hills 0.6 mi 5.7
PS 220 EDWARD MANDEL Forest Hills 0.6 mi 6.8
PS 196 GRAND CENTRAL PARKWAY Forest Hills 0.6 mi 8.6
HIGH SCHOOL FOR ARTS AND BUSINESS Corona 0.7 mi 8.2
OUR LADY QUEEN OF MARTYRS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Forest Hills 0.8 mi 6.2
OUR LADY QUEEN OF MARTYRS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Forest Hills 0.8 mi 6.5
FOREST HILLS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Forest Hills 0.7 mi 6.8
VALENCE COLLEGE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Rego Park 0.7 mi 7.2
PS 14 FAIRVIEW Corona 0.9 mi 3.1
PS 101 SCHOOL IN THE GARDENS Forest Hills 1.0 mi 8.3
PS 144 COL JEROMUS REMSEN Forest Hills 1.1 mi 7.7
PS 206 HORACE HARDING SCHOOL (THE) Rego Park 0.9 mi 6.0
PS 139 REGO PARK Rego Park 1.0 mi 6.1
PS 174 WILLIAM SIDNEY MOUNT Rego Park 1.1 mi 7.7
PS 28 THOMAS EMANUEL EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER (THE) Corona 1.3 mi 5.0
THE KEW-FOREST SCHOOL Forest Hills 1.3 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11375 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$104,319

Median Home Value

$572,800

Median Rent

$2,126/mo

Population

75,320

College Educated

60.6%

Homeownership

51.8%

Avg Commute

45.2 min

Poverty Rate

7.9%

Median Age

44.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Forest Hills High School

What grades does Forest Hills High School serve?

Forest Hills High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Forest Hills High School?

Forest Hills High School has an enrollment of approximately 3,425 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Forest Hills High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Forest Hills High School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Forest Hills High School rank in NY?

Forest Hills High School ranks #776 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Forest Hills High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Forest Hills High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Hills High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Forest Hills High School has 92% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 94% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Forest Hills High School a charter school?

No, Forest Hills High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Forest Hills High School a Title I school?

No, Forest Hills High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Forest Hills High School?

73.8% of students at Forest Hills High 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

Walk Score
78 Very Walkable
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
62 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
3,425
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
228
Free/Reduced Lunch
73.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Queens County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.9%
4-Year Graduation
91.0%

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