Serving 389 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Forest Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Forest Hills Elementary School serves the northeast part of Lake Oswego, OR, encompassing an area of approximately 3.2 square miles. Most families can expect a drive to the school of about 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 1.1 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forest Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Forest Hills Elementary School's student population of 389 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
389 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Forest Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest Hills Elementary School is 0.42, which is less 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
#15 out of 1174 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
2%
2%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
75%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.8%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Forest Hills Elementary School is ranked #15 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Forest Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Forest Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hallinan Elementary School, River Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Forest Hills Elementary School?
389 students attend Forest Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Forest Hills Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forest Hills Elementary School?
Forest Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Forest Hills Elementary School offer ?
Forest Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Forest Hills Elementary School part of?
Forest Hills Elementary School is part of Lake Oswego SD 7j School District.
In what neighborhood is Forest Hills Elementary School located?
Forest Hills Elementary School is located in the First Addition neighborhood of Lake Oswego, OR.
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