Serving 263 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Forest Park Individual Educational School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 263 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Forest Park Individual Educational School's student population of 263 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
263 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Forest Park Individual Educational School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest Park Individual Educational School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2210 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
81%
29%
Black
9%
16%
White
8%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
2 sports
Sports
BasketballSoccer
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- We are a Joliet magnet school that offers parents an alternative approach to a typical neighborhood school. Based in Adlerian philsophy, there are 3 components that make us unique: Socialization, Academics, and Creative Courses; the school has been a magnet school since 1978. We are one of the few remaining I.E. schools in the country. Forest Park IE was the only Illinois school certified as a National School of Character through the University of St. Francis and Character.org. It is a 5 year designation (2020-25) which is to be celebrated! We are proud of our parent involvement, caring staff, and students who are intrinsically motivated to solve their own problems.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Park Individual Educational School's ranking?
Forest Park Individual Educational School is ranked #2210 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Forest Park Individual Educational School often compared to?
Forest Park Individual Educational Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eisenhower Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Forest Park Individual Educational School?
263 students attend Forest Park Individual Educational School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Forest Park Individual Educational School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forest Park Individual Educational School?
Forest Park Individual Educational School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Forest Park Individual Educational School offer ?
Forest Park Individual Educational School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Forest Park Individual Educational School part of?
Forest Park Individual Educational School is part of Joliet PSD 86 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Forest Park I.E. was named as an Illinois School of Character during the 2017-18 school year! We demonstrated proficiency in 11 character standards sponsored by Character.org and the University of St. Francis. Very proud!!
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