Serving 419 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Park Forest Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Park Forest Elementary School serves the northern part of State College, PA, encompassing an area of approximately 17.7 square miles. Families within this attendance zone typically live 5-10 minutes from the school, with the furthest edge located about 4.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Park Forest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Park Forest Elementary School's student population of 419 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
419 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Rankings
Park Forest Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Park Forest Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#366 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
6%
16%
Black
4%
14%
White
76%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Penguins
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Park Forest Elementary School's ranking?
Park Forest Elementary School is ranked #366 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Park Forest Elementary School often compared to?
Park Forest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gray's Woods Elementary School, Easterly Parkway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Park Forest Elementary School?
419 students attend Park Forest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Park Forest Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Park Forest Elementary School?
Park Forest Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Park Forest Elementary School offer ?
Park Forest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Park Forest Elementary School part of?
Park Forest Elementary School is part of State College Area School District.
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