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Forest Elem School

1375 S 5Th Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018, United States
+1 (847) 824-1380
1.9
Overall Rating

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Forest Elem School Overview

About This School

Forest Elem School is a public elementary in Des Plaines, Illinois, serving 658 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate 37% proficiency in ELA. The school maintains a staff of 53 teachers and operates with a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. The student body is composed of 54% male and 46% female students. Forest Elem School represents a diverse demographic, with 42% White, 31% Hispanic, 19% Asian, 4% Black, and 3% Two or More Races students.

658
Total Students
PK-5
12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
53 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts37%
Mathematics0%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
PK-5
County
Cook County
Students per Counselor
N/A:1

Forest Elem School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

37%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 39%State Avg: 28%
N/A
Mathematics
N/A
Science

Class Information

12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 10.6:1
State Avg: 13.1:1
Students per Counselor

Forest Elem School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
53

Average Teacher Salary

$N/A

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Students per Counselor:1

Forest Elem School Student Demographics

Student Body

53.8%
Male
46.2%
Female
Total Enrollment: 658 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White42.4%
Hispanic31.31%
Asian19.45%
Black3.5%
Two or More Races2.89%
Native American0.3%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Forest Elem School

Q: What is Forest Elem School?

A: Forest Elem School is a elementary public located in Des Plaines.

Q: How many students attend Forest Elem School?

A: Forest Elem School has approximately 658 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Forest Elem School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Forest Elem School is 12:1.

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Detailed Information about Forest Elem School

Forest Elem School is a public elementary in Des Plaines, Illinois, serving 658 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate 37% proficiency in ELA. The school maintains a staff of 53 teachers and operates with a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. The student body is composed of 54% male and 46% female students. Forest Elem School represents a diverse demographic, with 42% White, 31% Hispanic, 19% Asian, 4% Black, and 3% Two or More Races students.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Forest Elem School - Des Plaines, IL

Quick Facts about Forest Elem School
School NameForest Elem School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsPK-5
Location1375 S 5Th Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018, Des Plaines, IL
CountyCook County
Phone+1 (847) 824-1380
Total Students658
Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Full-Time Teachers53
Rating1.9/10
ELA Proficiency37%
Math Proficiency%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Forest Elem School

What is Forest Elem School?

Forest Elem School is a elementary public located in Des Plaines.

How many students attend Forest Elem School?

Forest Elem School has approximately 658 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Forest Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Forest Elem School is 12:1.

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