Serving 601 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Forest Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 601 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forest Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Forest Park Elementary School's student population of 601 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
601 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Forest Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest Park Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1401 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
16%
14%
Black
27%
13%
White
38%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Park Elementary School's ranking?
Forest Park Elementary School is ranked #1401 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Forest Park Elementary School often compared to?
Forest Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brentwood Elementary School, Fred H Croninger Elementary School, Indian Village Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Forest Park Elementary School?
601 students attend Forest Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Forest Park Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Forest Park Elementary School?
Forest Park Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Forest Park Elementary School offer ?
Forest Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Forest Park Elementary School part of?
Forest Park Elementary School is part of Fort Wayne Community Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Forest Park Elementary School located?
Forest Park Elementary School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Fort Wayne, IN. There are 1 other public schools located in Northside.
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