Serving 436 students in grades 3-5, Forest Park Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Forest Park Elementary serves the southern part of O'Fallon, MO, covering an area of approximately 7.3 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.9 miles to the nearest boundary and a maximum distance of 3.5 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Forest Park Elementary School's student population of 436 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
436 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
LEARN AND LEAD
School Rankings
Forest Park Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest Park Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#491 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
10%
15%
White
71%
67%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.8%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Park Elementary School's ranking?
Forest Park Elementary School is ranked #491 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Forest Park Elementary School often compared to?
Forest Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joseph L. Mudd Elementary School, Dardenne Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Forest Park Elementary School?
436 students attend Forest Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Forest Park Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forest Park Elementary School?
Forest Park Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Forest Park Elementary School offer ?
Forest Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Forest Park Elementary School part of?
Forest Park Elementary School is part of Fort Zumwalt School District.
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