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#27 of 1,785 schools in TN

Top 2% in state

Forest Hill Elementary School

Elementary School · Germantown

3366 Forest Hill Irene RD, Germantown, TN 38138

Enrollment

689

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

9.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Germantown

#1 of 11

public schools

Tennessee elementary schools

#25 of 1,002

In district

#1 of 7

Germantown

Equity

9.8 / 10

Exceptional

About Forest Hill Elementary School

Forest Hill Elementary is a public school in Germantown, Tennessee, serving 689 students from pre-K through fifth grade. Its 9.2 composite score reflects standout performance across every measured dimension — academic output comes in at 9.7 and student growth matches it exactly. MySchoolScout rates it Exceptional, the platform's top performance tier.

Statewide, Forest Hill ranks #27 out of 1,785 public schools and outperforms 98% of Tennessee schools, while locally it holds the top spot among all 11 public schools in Germantown. A student-teacher ratio of 14.1 to 1 gives teachers direct access to individual students. The academic score alone places Forest Hill at #25 among Tennessee's 1,002 public elementary schools — a mark built on consistent results rather than any single strong test cycle.

Families comparing public schools in the Germantown area will find Forest Hill at the top of the local field, with no other public school in the area scoring higher. Its academic and growth scores both land at 9.7, suggesting the school advances students across all performance levels — not only those who enter already ahead of grade-level expectations.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.7Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+3.5 pts/yr
Data Period2021–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.7Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency79.9%
Reading/ELA Proficiency76.1%
Math vs. State Avg+40.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+35.3 pts
Overall Proficiency78%
Expected (poverty-adj.)57%
vs. Expected+21.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile95th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,888

Forest Hill Elementary School — Students at Forest Hill Elementary School score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 72.0%
School
State
39.2%
ELA Proficiency 70.1%
School
State
40.8%

Based on 5 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2021*
Math
64%
ELA
64%
2025
Math
79.9%
ELA
76.1%

* 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: 9.7/10.

How Forest Hill Elementary School Compares

See how Forest Hill Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.2/10
99th percentile in TN
Academic
9.7/10
9.7/10
Growth
9.7/10
Above average
Environment
7.2/10
Above average

Location

3366 Forest Hill Irene RD, Germantown, TN 38138

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Forest Hill Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Southwind Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Memphis), with a very similar rating. Another option is Dogwood Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Power Center Academy Elementary - Southeast (rated 7.8/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Memphis), a more accessible option. For more schools in Germantown, see our Germantown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Germantown Online Academy of Learning Germantown 0.1 mi 6.1
GERMANTOWN BAPTIST CHURCH LEARNING CENTER Germantown 0.8 mi 4.8
Dogwood Elementary School Germantown 1.9 mi 8.8
CENTRAL LEARNING CENTER Collierville 1.9 mi
BODINE SCHOOL Germantown 2.1 mi 6.3
Bailey Station Elementary School Collierville 1.9 mi 3.2
ECS LOWER SCHOOL PREKINDERGARTEN AND JK PROGRAM Germantown 2.7 mi 5.2
ST GEORGES INDEPENDENT SCHOOL Germantown 2.4 mi 6.7
Houston Middle School Germantown 2.7 mi 7.7
Farmington Elementary School Germantown 2.7 mi 7.5
Houston High School Germantown 2.7 mi 8.1
Germantown Middle Germantown 2.6 mi 4.0
Southwind Elementary Memphis 2.9 mi 8.9
Germantown Elementary Germantown 2.7 mi 6.8
Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast Memphis 3.2 mi 4.4
Power Center Academy Elementary - Southeast Memphis 3.2 mi 7.8
MEMPHIS ORAL SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Germantown 3.1 mi
Lowrance Elementary/Middle Memphis 3.1 mi 4.8
ST GEORGE'S INDEPENDENT SCHOOL Collierville 3.5 mi 6.2
Southwind High Memphis 3.4 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38138 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$130,125

Median Home Value

$393,600

Median Rent

$1,716/mo

Population

25,368

College Educated

68.8%

Homeownership

79.7%

Avg Commute

19.7 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

44.1

Community Profile

The community surrounding Forest Hill Elementary School has a median household income of $130,125. It is a well-educated community where 69% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $393,600, with a median rent of $1,716/month. The local poverty rate of 4.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 20 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
Freedom Prep Elementary - Millbranch Memphis, TN 9.2
John B. Whitsitt Elementary Nashville, TN 9.2
Waverly-Belmont Elementary School Nashville, TN 9.2
Dorothy And Noble Harrelson School Puryear, TN 9.1
John Sevier Elementary Maryville, TN 9.1
Stanford Elementary Nashville, TN 9.1

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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 689 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Forest Hill Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Forest Hill Elementary School is 14.1:1. 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 TN?

Forest Hill Elementary School is ranked #27 out of 1,785 schools in TN.

What is Forest Hill Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Forest Hill Elementary School has a composite rating of 9.2 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 Elementary School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Forest Hill Elementary School has 72.0% math proficiency and 70.1% reading/ELA proficiency.

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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Elevated (1,365/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Germantown). Data >1 year old.

Compare This School

How does Forest Hill Elementary School stack up?

Dogwood Elementary School
8.8

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
689
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
49
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Shelby County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Germantown
District Enrollment
6,028
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,689
District Rank
#1 of 7

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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