Serving 448 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Forest City Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Forest City Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Forest City, IA, covering an area of approximately 232.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various locations within the zone takes about 15 to 20 minutes, with an average distance of 9.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 16.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forest City Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Forest City Elementary School's student population of 448 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
448 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Forest City Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest City Elementary School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#217 out of 1223 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
70%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
12%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
79%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest City Elementary School's ranking?
Forest City Elementary School is ranked #217 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Forest City Elementary School often compared to?
Forest City Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Iowa Elementary Buffalo Center, Lake Mills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Forest City Elementary School?
448 students attend Forest City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Forest City Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forest City Elementary School?
Forest City Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Forest City Elementary School offer ?
Forest City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Forest City Elementary School part of?
Forest City Elementary School is part of Forest City Comm School District.
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