Serving 243 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Forest Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forest Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Forest Grove Elementary School's student population of 243 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
243 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Forest Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest Grove Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#283 out of 3069 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
87%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Forest Grove Elementary School is ranked #283 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Forest Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Forest Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jamestown Upper Elementary School, Lewton School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Forest Grove Elementary School?
243 students attend Forest Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Forest Grove Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Forest Grove Elementary School?
Forest Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Forest Grove Elementary School offer ?
Forest Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Forest Grove Elementary School part of?
Forest Grove Elementary School is part of Hudsonville Public School District.
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