Serving 498 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Forest Ridge ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher 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 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forest Ridge ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Forest Ridge's student population of 498 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
498 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Forest Ridge ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest Ridge is 0.62, which is less 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
#374 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
6%
Hispanic
17%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
57%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Ridge's ranking?
Forest Ridge is ranked #374 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Forest Ridge often compared to?
Forest Ridgeis often viewed alongside schools like Pebble Creek Elementary School, Rock Prairie Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Forest Ridge?
498 students attend Forest Ridge.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Forest Ridge students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Forest Ridge?
Forest Ridge has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Forest Ridge offer ?
Forest Ridge offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Forest Ridge part of?
Forest Ridge is part of College Station Independent School District.
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