At a glance
Reported students
2,387
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
99
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
24.1:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Florida high enrollment
90th percentile
Compared with 888 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
696
Forest High School: 2,387 reported students.
State peer staffing position
70th percentile
24.1:1 reported; state peer median 21.6:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 2,181
- Teachers (FTE)
- 105
- Student–teacher ratio
- 20.8:1
What the reported data says about Forest High School
Forest High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Ocala. It is one of 65 current school records connected to Marion. NCES reports 2,387 students for 2024–25.
Among 888 high schools in Florida with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 743.5 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 90th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 24.1:1, above the Florida median of 21.6:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (53.5%) and Hispanic or Latino (22.2%). English learners represent 1.9% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 10.5%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming. The school reported 21 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Forest High School
- 1How do the reported 24.1:1 student–teacher ratio and 99 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 6 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 1.9%
- Students with disabilities
- 10.5%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 37.3%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 6
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White53.5%
- Hispanic22.2%
- Black16.7%
- Asian2.3%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.3%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.3%
- Multiracial4.9%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
21 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Marion
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Belleview High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,904 reported students
West Port High School
High · Grades 09–12
3,022 reported students
Vanguard High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,684 reported students
Dunnellon High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,562 reported students
Lake Weir High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,447 reported students
North Marion High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,228 reported students
Public schools near Forest High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillcrest High · Marion | 06–12 | 162 | 2.6 mi |
| Marion County Acceleration Academy High · Marion | 08–12 | 304 | 4.4 mi |
| Belleview High School High · Marion | 09–12 | 1,904 | 4.9 mi |
| Pace Center for Girls Inc. High · Marion | 06–12 | 40 | 5.3 mi |
| Vanguard High School High · Marion | 09–12 | 1,684 | 6.6 mi |
| Lake Weir High School High · Marion | 09–12 | 1,447 | 6.9 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Forest High School
What grades does Forest High School serve?
Forest High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Marion.
How many students attend Forest High School?
Forest High School reported 2,387 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 90th percentile among 888 Florida high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 2,181 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Forest High School?
The calculated ratio is 24.1:1, based on 2,387 students and 99 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Florida median for the same school level is 21.6:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Forest High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Forest High School is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Forest High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
37.3% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Forest High School in?
Forest High School is part of Marion, based in Ocala, FL, which operates 65 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Forest High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Hillcrest (2.6 mi), Marion County Acceleration Academy (4.4 mi), Belleview High School (4.9 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.