Serving 544 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Forest Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forest Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Forest Hills Elementary School's student population of 544 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
544 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Forest Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest Hills Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#274 out of 1860 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
12%
7%
Hispanic
9%
12%
Black
21%
12%
White
46%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Forest Hills Elementary School is ranked #274 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Forest Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Forest Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Delano Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Forest Hills Elementary School?
544 students attend Forest Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Forest Hills Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Forest Hills Elementary School?
Forest Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Forest Hills Elementary School offer ?
Forest Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Forest Hills Elementary School part of?
Forest Hills Elementary School is part of Eden Prairie Public School District.
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