Serving 225 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Forest Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 225 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Forest Elementary School's student population of 225 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
225 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Forest Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1086 out of 3137 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
3%
17%
White
87%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Elementary School's ranking?
Forest Elementary School is ranked #1086 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Forest Elementary School often compared to?
Forest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kyle Elementary School, Cookson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Forest Elementary School?
225 students attend Forest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Forest Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Forest Elementary School?
Forest Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Forest Elementary School offer ?
Forest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Forest Elementary School part of?
Forest Elementary School is part of Troy City School District.
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