Forestville High School was a public magnet high school located in Forestville, a section of unincorporated Prince George's County, Maryland, United States. The school had a comprehensive program with a specialized Military Academy magnet program.The academy, part of Prince George's County Public Schools, is notable as the only military academy in Prince George's County.Forestville High School is part of the United States Government's JROTC program. In addition to this, Forestville High School has been recognized in the 2006–2007 school year for making the Annual Yearly Progress (AYP). Also, around 50% of students attending FMA have passed the HSA exams.The principal of the school is Nathaniel Laney, a Prince George's County native. The JROTC program was first implemented for all grade levels in 2006, which is led by Major General Warren L. Freeman, the school's commadant. The school mandates JROTC as a class for all grade levels, based on Leadership Education Training (LET). All students begin with a rank of cadet, ending with colonel. However, very few students progress to the highest rank. In order to be promoted, one must merit it through a minimum of GPAs (depending on rank sought). Also, for the rank of Sergeant First Class and above promotions, students must present themselves on the Promotion Board (based on peers).HistoryPrior to 1984, the physical buildings that became Forestville High School housed Forestville Elementary and Spaulding Junior High School from 1965 - 1984, respectively.
