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Forrest School

High School · Marshall County

310 North Horton PKWY, Chapel Hill, TN 37034

Enrollment

826

Student-Teacher

19.2:1

Score

5.5

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,256 of 1,786

In Chapel Hill

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#7 of 10

Marshall County

Academic growth

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Forrest School

5.5/10

High School in Chapel Hill · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Chapel Hill Elementary

7.7/10

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About Forrest School

Forrest School is a public high school in Chapel Hill, TN, part of Marshall County. Forrest School serves approximately 826 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Forrest School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,256 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Forrest School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 4.9
  • TN avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

Forrest School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

31% of students at Forrest 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.83 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.5Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.4% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39.2% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+0.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.6 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-3.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
College Readiness5.2Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation2.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.2Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,312
Chronic Absenteeism30.8%

Forrest School — Students at Forrest School score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 41.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 45.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 32 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
29%
ELA
54%
2010
Math
41%
ELA
60%
2011
Math
34%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
45%
ELA
56%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
69%
ELA
61%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
59%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
39%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
30%
ELA
33%
2021*
Math
30%
ELA
33%
2022
Math
49.3%
ELA
37.1%
2025
Math
39.4%
ELA
39.2%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How Forrest School Compares

See how Forrest School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
30th percentile in TN
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.4
Sports
10
5 boys' · 5 girls'
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
2.2% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics10sports offered
5 boys'·5 girls'·10 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses3 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

310 North Horton PKWY, Chapel Hill, TN 37034

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Forrest School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Summit High School (rated 6.1/10, 14.3 miles away, in nearby Spring Hill), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Fred J Page High School (rated 5.9/10, 15.4 miles away, in nearby Franklin), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Community High School (rated 5.4/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Unionville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Chapel Hill, see our Chapel Hill schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Chapel Hill Elementary Chapel Hill 0.8 mi 7.7
Delk-Henson Intermediate School Chapel Hill 0.8 mi 7.1
Community Middle School Unionville 6.2 mi 6.5
Community Elementary School Unionville 6.3 mi 7.2
Eagleville School Eagleville 8.0 mi 7.4
Community High School Unionville 6.9 mi 5.4
College Grove Elementary College Grove 11.1 mi 9.4
Bethesda Elementary Thompson Station 11.0 mi 9.2
Oak Grove Elementary Lewisburg 11.9 mi 9.1
Westhills Elementary Lewisburg 12.7 mi 6.0
Marshall Co High School Lewisburg 13.5 mi 4.7
Lewisburg Middle School Lewisburg 13.7 mi 3.7
Marshall Elementary Lewisburg 13.8 mi 7.4
Chapman's Retreat Elementary Spring Hill 13.1 mi 8.2
Marvin Wright Elementary School Spring Hill 12.9 mi 8.1
Fred J Page High School Franklin 15.4 mi 5.9
Spring Station Middle School Spring Hill 13.8 mi 6.5
Fred J Page Middle School Franklin 15.7 mi 8.7
Summit High School Spring Hill 14.3 mi 6.1
CEDAR HALL SCHOOL Christiana 13.5 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37034 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,906

Median Home Value

$306,200

Median Rent

$1,307/mo

Population

8,596

College Educated

19.2%

Homeownership

84.3%

Avg Commute

31.9 min

Poverty Rate

3.4%

Median Age

39.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Forrest School

What grades does Forrest School serve?

Forrest School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Forrest School?

Forrest School has an enrollment of approximately 826 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Forrest School?

The student-teacher ratio at Forrest School is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Forrest School rank in TN?

Forrest School ranks #1,256 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Forrest School's MySchoolScout rating?

Forrest School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Forrest School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Forrest School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Forrest School a charter school?

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

Is Forrest School a Title I school?

No, Forrest School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
826
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Marshall County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.8%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

Marshall County
District Enrollment
5,452
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,312
District Rank
#7 of 10

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