Serving 561 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Forestridge Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 561 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forestridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Forestridge Elementary School's student population of 561 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
561 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Forestridge Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forestridge Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6927 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
26%
5%
Hispanic
32%
53%
Black
32%
13%
White
8%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forestridge Elementary School's ranking?
Forestridge Elementary School is ranked #6927 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Forestridge Elementary School?
561 students attend Forestridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Forestridge Elementary School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Forestridge Elementary School?
Forestridge Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Forestridge Elementary School offer ?
Forestridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Forestridge Elementary School part of?
Forestridge Elementary School is part of Richardson Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Forestridge Elementary School located?
Forestridge Elementary School is located in the Whispering Hills neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Whispering Hills.
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