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Forest Hills Elementary School

Forest Hills SD · Cambria County · 547 Locust Street, Sidman, PA 15955.0

(814)487-7613

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7/10
#584
Rank 584 out of 1,545
Top 38%
English Language Arts6/10 · #695 · 55th percentile
Mathematics7/10 · #595 · 62nd percentile
Science8/10 · #300 · 79th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Tucked into the quiet hills of Cambria County, Forest Hills Elementary sits in the kind of small Pennsylvania community where everyone knows their neighbors and school pride runs deep. The school punches above its weight in science, landing in the top quarter statewide, which makes it a solid fit for families who want a well-rounded rural education with some genuine academic strengths. If you're drawn to the slower pace of small-town Appalachian Pennsylvania — think tight-knit community events, outdoor recreation, and a real sense of place — this school fits naturally into that life.

Student Demographics

492 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
473 (96%)
Hispanic
9 (2%)
Other
10 (2%)

Key Indicators

Socioeconomically Disadvantaged219 (45%)
Students with Disabilities76 (15%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

994
Enrollment
75.4
Teachers (FTE)
13.2:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs2/10 · #1305 · 18th percentile

7 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in Pennsylvania.