I really seldom read the Area Forecast. But when I need info on Tops that's where I go. I do find it to be pretty accurate. Here's another example. I am pretty sure anytime there is a "ceiling" reported they will include the tops.

MA RI CT W HLF... SRN CT...BKN015 TOPS 030. 15Z SCT015 BKN060 TOPS 080. OTLK...VFR.