Serving 557 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 21% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forestridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Forestridge Elementary School's student population of 557 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
557 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Forestridge Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forestridge Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#6571 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
23%
5%
Hispanic
37%
53%
Black
28%
13%
White
9%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
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 #6571 out of 8,079 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Forestridge Elementary School?
557 students attend Forestridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Forestridge Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 23% of students are Asian, 9% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Forestridge Elementary School?
Forestridge Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than 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 ISD 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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