Forest Hills Public Schools
- GRAND RAPIDS, MI
School District
Forest Hills Public Schools
- GRAND RAPIDS, MI
- Rating 4.19 out of 5 236 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade A+
- Diversitygrade C+
- Teachersgrade A+
- College Prepgrade A+
- Clubs & Activitiesgrade A minus
- Administrationgrade A
- Sportsgrade A+
- Foodgrade B+
- Resources & Facilitiesgrade B+
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Academics
Percent Proficient - Reading
73%
Percent Proficient - Math
68%
Average Graduation Rate
97%
Average SAT
1280
604 responses
Average ACT
29
499 responses
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Students
Diversity
grade C+
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
9,365
Free or Reduced Lunch
8.2%
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Teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
National
17:1Average Teacher Salary
$71,325
Teachers in First/Second Year
8.1%
Finances
Expenses Per Student
$12,327 / student
National
$12,239- Cost of Livinggrade B minus
- Good for Familiesgrade A+
- Housinggrade A
Median Household Income
$131,587
National
$69,021Median Rent
$1,668
National
$1,163Median Home Value
$372,000
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$244,900Forest Hills Public Schools Reviews
Rating 4.19 out of 5 236 reviews
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I was student in the district for several years until moving out of state after 10th grade, and I thought the academics were very good. There is a variety of programs available in high school for ambitious students, such as STEM Academy and vocational training programs. In my experience the students and teachers are nice, and if you show interest in a class/subject, the teachers care and will encourage you. Eastern has a no phone policy during the day that is wonderful. Compared to my experience in a school with no such policy, it is much easier to make friends and focus on learning with Eastern's policy. I think the other schools have a less strict policy, but still much better than none. The diversity of the student body varies between the three high schools, Eastern and Central lack diversity while Northern has more. All three schools have strengths in different sports, often competing at the state level, occasionally even national depending on the sport (such as rowing).
I really like the teachers here at Forest Hills Central. Many of them are very passionate in their fields and create an exciting atmosphere in the classroom which motivates students to push themselves. Many teachers go above and beyond what is expected of them. One of my teachers creates elaborate games to fully immerse us into history. There are multiple clubs here that range from academic like chess club, to artistic like crochet club, to athletic clubs like pickle ball. The safety of students here is a top priority with numerous drills and an officer which enhances the feel of safety. Each aspect of Forest Hills Public Schools has so many unique traditions and connects each student to anouther through school spirit.
Forest Hills Schools are extremely welcoming environments! Staff goes out of their way to know all students by name and the sense of community here is incredible. Coming here means becoming a part of a much larger family that cares and looks out for one another. I have found a wonderful group of friends through playing sports and participating in clubs. They provide many opportunities for sports, clubs, and musical interests.