Serving 593 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Maroa-forsyth Grade School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 593 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Maroa-Forsyth Grade School serves the entire district of Forsyth, IL, encompassing an approximate area of 82.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 12 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Maroa-forsyth Grade School's student population of 593 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
593 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
#EXCELLENCEPRIDE
School Rankings
Maroa-forsyth Grade School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maroa-forsyth Grade School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#739 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
6%
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
7%
16%
White
72%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maroa-forsyth Grade School's ranking?
Maroa-forsyth Grade School is ranked #739 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Maroa-forsyth Grade School often compared to?
Maroa-forsyth Grade Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warrensburg-latham Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Maroa-forsyth Grade School?
593 students attend Maroa-forsyth Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Maroa-forsyth Grade School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maroa-forsyth Grade School?
Maroa-forsyth Grade School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Maroa-forsyth Grade School offer ?
Maroa-forsyth Grade School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Maroa-forsyth Grade School part of?
Maroa-forsyth Grade School is part of Maroa Forsyth CUSD 2 School District.
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