Serving 333 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Forest View Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Forest View Elementary School's student population of 333 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
333 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1968
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
School Rankings
Forest View Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest View Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#899 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
12%
12%
Black
4%
12%
White
65%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest View Elementary School's ranking?
Forest View Elementary School is ranked #899 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Forest View Elementary School often compared to?
Forest View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Columbus Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Forest View Elementary School?
333 students attend Forest View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Forest View Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forest View Elementary School?
Forest View Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Forest View Elementary School offer ?
Forest View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Forest View Elementary School part of?
Forest View Elementary School is part of Forest Lake Public School District.
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