Serving 693 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Forest Park Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 693 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forest Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Forest Park Elementary School's student population of 693 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
693 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Forest Park Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest Park Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#154 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
84%
12%
Hispanic
8%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Park Elementary School's ranking?
Forest Park Elementary School is ranked #154 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Forest Park Elementary School often compared to?
Forest Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ardenwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Forest Park Elementary School?
693 students attend Forest Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Forest Park Elementary School students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, 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 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Forest Park Elementary School offer ?
Forest Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Forest Park Elementary School part of?
Forest Park Elementary School is part of Fremont Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Forest Park Elementary School located?
Forest Park Elementary School is located in the Ardenwood neighborhood of Fremont, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Ardenwood.
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