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Forest Park Elementary School

2004 Alabama Ave
Fort Wayne, IN 46805
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 587 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Forest Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 587 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 62%
  • : Bottom 50% in IN
  • : 27% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Forest Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:

School Overview

Forest Park Elementary School's student population of 587 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
587 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1924
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 30, 2026
School Motto
Every Kid, Every Day

School Rankings

Forest Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest Park Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IN)
#1366 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
27%
39%
25%
41%
20-24%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
21%
15%
Black
23%
13%
White
38%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.74
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Forest Park Elementary School's ranking?
Forest Park Elementary School is ranked #1366 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Forest Park Elementary School often compared to?
Forest Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brentwood Elementary School, Fred H Croninger Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Forest Park Elementary School?
587 students attend Forest Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Forest Park Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forest Park Elementary School?
Forest Park Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Forest Park Elementary School offer ?
Forest Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Forest Park Elementary School part of?
Forest Park Elementary School is part of Fort Wayne Community Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Forest Park Elementary School located?
Forest Park Elementary School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Fort Wayne, IN. There are 1 other public schools located in Northside.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 587 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 62%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 27% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

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