Serving 423 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Forest Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Forest Elementary School's student population of 423 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
423 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Sep 4, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 13, 2026
School Motto
Empowering every Pirate to chart their own course through academics, responsibility, respect, growth, and honor.
School Rankings
Forest Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (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 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1371 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
9%
18%
White
80%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Elementary School's ranking?
Forest Elementary School is ranked #1371 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Forest Elementary School often compared to?
Forest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Memorial Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Forest Elementary School?
423 students attend Forest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Forest Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forest Elementary School?
Forest Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Forest Elementary School offer ?
Forest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Forest Elementary School part of?
Forest Elementary School is part of Riverview Community School District.
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