Serving 284 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Forest Lane Community School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Forest Lane Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Montello school district, encompassing approximately 176.9 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 11.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forest Lane Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Forest Lane Community School's student population of 284 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
284 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Forest Lane Community School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest Lane Community School is 0.22, 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
#494 out of 1962 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
88%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.5%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Hilltopper
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Lane Community School's ranking?
Forest Lane Community School is ranked #494 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Forest Lane Community School?
284 students attend Forest Lane Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Forest Lane Community School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forest Lane Community School?
Forest Lane Community School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Forest Lane Community School offer ?
Forest Lane Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Forest Lane Community School part of?
Forest Lane Community School is part of Montello School District.
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