Forest Hills Eastern Middle and High School are competitive public school options for local students. Located just outside Grand Rapids in Ada, Michigan, the stunning middle and high school building was dedicated in 2004. It offers students a modern and welcoming learning environment.
Eastern Hawks can engage in several academic programs, including the Gifted Education Model, advanced placement courses and the Language Immersion Education program. These programs are just a small part of what makes Forest Hills Public Schools one of the largest and highest-rated school districts in Kent County.
The Learners Initiative promotes individual potential, meaningful activities and productive lives in a global community. Accelerated learning opportunities are available for gifted students to continue to be challenged and grow. The Eastern High Hawks compete in over 20 sports across three seasons in the Ottawa-Kent Conference, including golf, tennis, water polo, football and competitive cheer. Middle school students can compete in cross country, volleyball, basketball, track and wrestling. Summer camps allow students to continue playing sports during summer break.
Clubs and organizations allow students to practice real-world skills and take on leadership roles in the high school and community. Peer Listening, a student government, the National Honor Society and the vibrant Volunteer Program are just a few examples of the clubs available at Eastern High. Drama, choir, band and other performing arts add to the rich tapestry of talents and opportunities at this school just east of the Grand River.
Eastern High School
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
2200 Pettis Ave NE,
Ada, MI
Forest Hills Public Schools
School Details
Head of School
Mrs. Amy Pallo
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Average SAT Score
1250
Average ACT Score
30
Math Proficiency
57%
Reading Proficiency
82%
Average GPA
3.7
Graduation Rate
95%
Niche Grade
A
B+
B+
B-
B
B
A
B
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
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Average GPA
3.7
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Reading Proficiency
82%
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Math Proficiency
57%
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers
43
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Full Time Teachers
43
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Teachers in First or Second Year
7.1%
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College Prep
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Average SAT
1250
Math
620
Verbal
630
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Average ACT
30
Math
29
English
30
Reading
31
Science
29
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Number of AP Courses
19
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AP Pass Rate
67.2%
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AP Math Enrollment
High
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AP Science Enrollment
Very High
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Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
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Clubs and Activities
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Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
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Boys Athletic Participation
Very High
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GreatSchools Rating
8
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
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Students Per Counselor
231:1
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Student Diversity
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Male
54.5%
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Female
45.5%
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White
80.6%
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Asian
8.9%
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Two or more races
4.7%
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Hispanic
3.8%
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Black
1.7%
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Hawaiian
<1%
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Native American
<1%
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Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Michigan State University
234 Students
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
164 Students
Grand Valley State University
162 Students
Western Michigan University
75 Students
Central Michigan University
64 Students
Hope College
62 Students
Ferris State University
57 Students
Grand Rapids Community College
49 Students
Northern Michigan University
46 Students
Michigan Technological University
38 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
91 Students
Psychology
37 Students
Marketing
31 Students
Biology
28 Students
Finance
28 Students
Nursing
24 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
20 Students
Computer Science
20 Students
Pre-Law Studies
18 Students
Environmental Science
16 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
1/28/2025
A school culture that is not healthy for human being. Too small of a school with a toxic culture that breaks down students over 4 years. Administration select a handful of students to be treated better than rest of the student body based off bribes and grades.
8/24/2016
Either a heavy workload or unchallenging courses.
8/24/2016
Advanced courses typically have better teachers.
GreatSchools Reviews
3/2/2025
This school is not for the weak, if you plan to raise your kids to have the best of the best and do everything they can to fit in, then this is the school for you! Bullying runs rampant, no real consequences for fear of litigious families. They do NOT support a zero tolerance policy on physical viol...
1/24/2019
Poor. This is a very white, religious district and many what to keep it this way.
3/24/2016
Grew up in the Forest Hills system, Parent was a teacher in FHPS, teachers are all pretty good. The Administration in the high schools is dismal, especially if your kid is bullied and has any social issues. They WILL NOT help. Their answer seems to be teach the victim to deal and ignore the bullies....
5/19/2014
Worst school ever. Don't bring your child here . Bad teachers, annoying students, and an overall overrated school.
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Median Lot Size
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Average Household Income
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% of College Grads
69.8%
Median Age
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Average House Size
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Eastern High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Ada, MI, in the Forest Hills neighborhood, and is served by the Forest Hills Public Schools in Michigan. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 768 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18:1. Academic records show that 57% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 82% are proficient in reading. Eastern High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.7, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1250 and an ACT score of 30. The average home value in this area is $723,127. Discover additional schools in the area, like Orchard View Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Ada has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Eastern High School.