Serving 192 students in grades 3-5, Forest Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 192 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Forest Elementary School serves the eastern part of Troy, OH, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Forest Elementary School's student population of 192 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
192 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Forest Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1658 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
4%
17%
White
80%
65%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.7%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 #1658 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 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?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Forest Elementary School?
192 students attend Forest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Forest Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forest Elementary School?
Forest Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, 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 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Forest Elementary School part of?
Forest Elementary School is part of Troy City School District.
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