Serving 464 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Forest Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Forest Elementary serves a central area in Minneapolis, MN, covering approximately 3.7 square miles. Families typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Forest Elementary School's student population of 464 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
464 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
BELIEVE. BELONG. BECOME.
School Rankings
Forest Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest Elementary School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1354 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
2%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
34%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
25%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
16%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.1%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Elementary School's ranking?
Forest Elementary School is ranked #1354 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Forest Elementary School often compared to?
Forest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Zachary Lane Elementary School, Neill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Forest Elementary School?
464 students attend Forest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Forest Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forest Elementary School?
Forest Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
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 Robbinsdale Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Forest Elementary School located?
Forest Elementary School is located in the Camden neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 11 other public schools located in Camden.
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