Forest Glen Elementary School

6333 Lee Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
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Top 10%
Serving 971 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Forest Glen Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 971 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 76%
  • : Top 10% in IN
  • : 63% (Top 20%)
  • : 58% (Top 20%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Forest Glen Elementary School's student population of 971 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
971 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Welcome to Forest Glen where academic excellence and a nurturing, vibrant school community come together to create a dynamic learning environment for all students.

School Rankings

Forest Glen Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest Glen Elementary School is 0.63, 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)
#169 out of 1743 schools
(Top 10%)
63%
39%
58%
41%
40-44%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
54%
15%
Black
15%
14%
White
24%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.63
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Forest Glen Elementary School's ranking?
Forest Glen Elementary School is ranked #169 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Forest Glen Elementary School often compared to?
Forest Glen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joseph J. Bingham School 84 Center For Inquiry by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Forest Glen Elementary School?
971 students attend Forest Glen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Forest Glen Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forest Glen Elementary School?
Forest Glen Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Forest Glen Elementary School offer ?
Forest Glen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Forest Glen Elementary School part of?
Forest Glen Elementary School is part of MSD Lawrence Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Forest Glen Elementary School located?
Forest Glen Elementary School is located in the Lawrence Fort Ben Oaklandon neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 3 other public schools located in Lawrence Fort Ben Oaklandon.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 971 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 76%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 63% (Top 20%)
  • : 58% (Top 20%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

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