Serving 353 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Forest Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forest Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Forest Grove Elementary School's student population of 353 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
353 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Forest Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest Grove Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#19 out of 1223 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
3%
Hispanic
5%
13%
Black
3%
7%
White
73%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Forest Grove Elementary School is ranked #19 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Forest Grove Elementary School?
353 students attend Forest Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Forest Grove Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forest Grove Elementary School?
Forest Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Forest Grove Elementary School offer ?
Forest Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Forest Grove Elementary School part of?
Forest Grove Elementary School is part of Pleasant Valley Comm School District.
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