Serving 263 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Forest Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 61%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 263 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Math Proficiency: 80-89%
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Forest Elementary School's student population of 263 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
263 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Forest Elementary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)80-89%
61%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)70-79%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
3%
17%
White
78%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 61% OH state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% OH state average).
How many students attend Forest Elementary School?
263 students attend Forest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Forest Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Forest Elementary School?
Forest Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Forest Elementary School offer ?
Forest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Forest Elementary School part of?
Forest Elementary School is part of North Olmsted City School District.
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