Serving 394 students in grades 3-5, Forest Park Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Forest Park Elementary School's student population of 394 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
394 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Forest Park Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest Park Elementary School is 0.50, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#462 out of 2084 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
13%
8%
Black
8%
15%
White
69%
69%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Park Elementary School's ranking?
Forest Park Elementary School is ranked #462 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Forest Park Elementary School often compared to?
Forest Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joseph L. Mudd Elementary School, Dardenne Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Forest Park Elementary School?
394 students attend Forest Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Forest Park Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Forest Park Elementary School?
Forest Park Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Forest Park Elementary School offer ?
Forest Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Forest Park Elementary School part of?
Forest Park Elementary School is part of FT. Zumwalt R-II School District.
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