Serving 497 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Forestridge Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 497 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Forestridge Elementary serves the southeast part of Dallas, TX, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 0.9 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Forestridge Elementary School's student population of 497 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
497 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Forestridge Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forestridge Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5941 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
27%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
30%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
32%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
7%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forestridge Elementary School's ranking?
Forestridge Elementary School is ranked #5941 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Forestridge Elementary School?
497 students attend Forestridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Forestridge Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forestridge Elementary School?
Forestridge Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Forestridge Elementary School offer ?
Forestridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Forestridge Elementary School part of?
Forestridge Elementary School is part of Richardson Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Forestridge Elementary School located?
Forestridge Elementary School is located in the Whispering Hills neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Whispering Hills.
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