Serving 339 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Forest View Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forest View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Forest View Elementary School's student population of 339 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
339 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
School Rankings
Forest View Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest View Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#586 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
31%
6%
Hispanic
15%
29%
Black
5%
16%
White
43%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Community Cons SD 59 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest View Elementary School's ranking?
Forest View Elementary School is ranked #586 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Forest View Elementary School often compared to?
Forest View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Olive-mary Stitt School, John Jay Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Forest View Elementary School?
339 students attend Forest View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Forest View Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forest View Elementary School?
Forest View Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Forest View Elementary School offer ?
Forest View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Forest View Elementary School part of?
Forest View Elementary School is part of Community Cons SD 59 School District.
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