Serving 557 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Forest Glen Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forest Glen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Forest Glen Elementary School's student population of 557 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
557 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1949
School Rankings
Forest Glen Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest Glen Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#291 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
14%
6%
Hispanic
13%
28%
Black
1%
17%
White
66%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Glen Elementary School's ranking?
Forest Glen Elementary School is ranked #291 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Forest Glen Elementary School often compared to?
Forest Glen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benjamin Franklin Elementary School, Churchill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Forest Glen Elementary School?
557 students attend Forest Glen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Forest Glen Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forest Glen Elementary School?
Forest Glen Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Forest Glen Elementary School offer ?
Forest Glen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Forest Glen Elementary School part of?
Forest Glen Elementary School is part of Glen Ellyn SD 41 School District.
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