Serving 262 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Forest View School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Forest View School's student population of 262 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
262 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Forest View School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest View School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2291 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
17%
9%
Black
33%
18%
White
28%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)82.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest View School's ranking?
Forest View School is ranked #2291 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Forest View School often compared to?
Forest View Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North School, Cavanaugh School, Dansville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Forest View School?
262 students attend Forest View School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Forest View School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forest View School?
Forest View School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Forest View School offer ?
Forest View School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Forest View School part of?
Forest View School is part of Lansing Public School District.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
Forestview has great staff and was very helpful to my grandkids and helped them learn and grow.
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