Serving 375 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Forest Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio 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 Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Forest Park Elementary School serves the north part of Columbus, OH, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Families within this attendance zone can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Forest Park Elementary School's student population of 375 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
375 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Forest Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest Park Elementary School is 0.64, which is more 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
#2570 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
31%
8%
Black
51%
17%
White
5%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.7%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Park Elementary School's ranking?
Forest Park Elementary School is ranked #2570 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Forest Park Elementary School often compared to?
Forest Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parkmoor 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 54% OH state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Forest Park Elementary School?
375 students attend Forest Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Forest Park Elementary School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forest Park Elementary School?
Forest Park Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Forest Park Elementary School offer ?
Forest Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Forest Park Elementary School part of?
Forest Park Elementary School is part of Columbus City Schools.
In what neighborhood is Forest Park Elementary School located?
Forest Park Elementary School is located in the Northland neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 25 other public schools located in Northland.
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