About School

Forest Hill High School is one of seven high schools in the Jackson Public School District.

The school serves students in grades 9-12.

History

Forest Hill High School (FHHS) is located on 47 acres in Jackson, Mississippi. Its heritage dates back to the 1800s, and it has been located at 2607 Raymond Road since its establishment. Once a small community school house, Forest Hill is one of the finest high schools in the south.

The current facility consists of a modern $11 million dollar academic and athletic complex that enhances an already strong academic tradition. Forest Hill was founded on the principles of traditional school spirit and community pride. The school now integrates the latest educational methods and up-to-date technology. Forest Hill offers students a broad range of academic courses along with many extracurricular activities. Our mission is to enable all students to become competent, self-directed, lifelong learners so they can achieve their highest potential in today's society.

Here at the Hill we FHHS—Foster Pride, Heed to Authority, Help One Another, and Support Self-Respect.

Oath: I will do what is right. I will do my best at whatever I encounter. I will do whatever it takes to better myself, not just for myself, but for the betterment of Forest Hill, my family, my future and my country.

Motto: Exhibiting Nothing Less Than Our Best

Mantra:  All Hands on Deck 

School Colors: Red, white, and blue

Mission: Through the shared responsibility of students, teachers, parents and community members, our mission is to enable all students to become competent, self-directed, lifelong learners so that they can achieve their highest potential in today's society.

Vision: FHHS is dedicated to creating academic, behavioral, and extra-curricular systems which allow scholars to excel daily.  

Enrollment: Approximately 1,053

Accreditation: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar: Four nine-week grading periods, 90-minute blocks, alternating A/B schedule

Increase academic performance and achievement.

Increase average daily attendance for students and teachers.

Attract and retain high quality teachers and administrators.