Serving 242 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Forest North Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forest North Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Forest North Elementary School's student population of 242 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
242 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Forest North Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest North Elementary School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2786 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
37%
53%
Black
18%
13%
White
28%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest North Elementary School's ranking?
Forest North Elementary School is ranked #2786 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Forest North Elementary School often compared to?
Forest North Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Live Oak Elementary School, Jollyville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Forest North Elementary School?
242 students attend Forest North Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Forest North Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Forest North Elementary School?
Forest North Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Forest North Elementary School offer ?
Forest North Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Forest North Elementary School part of?
Forest North Elementary School is part of Round Rock ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Forest North Elementary School located?
Forest North Elementary School is located in the Forest North Estates neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Forest North Estates.
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