Serving 333 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Forest Park Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Math Proficiency: 78%
- Reading Proficiency: 86%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forest Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Forest Park Elementary School's student population of 333 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
333 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Forest Park Elementary School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)78%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)86%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
24%
4%
Hispanic
8%
25%
Black
1%
2%
White
56%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Forest Park Elementary School often compared to?
Forest Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Findley Elementary School, Raleigh Park Elementary School, Cedar Mill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
How many students attend Forest Park Elementary School?
333 students attend Forest Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Forest Park Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Forest Park Elementary School?
Forest Park Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Forest Park Elementary School offer ?
Forest Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Forest Park Elementary School part of?
Forest Park Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Forest Park Elementary School located?
Forest Park Elementary School is located in the Northwest Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 3 other public schools located in Northwest Portland.
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