Best Schools in Forrest, Illinois
2 schools · 2 Middle
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Prairie Central JR High School
Middle · Prairie Central Cusd 8. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Prairie Central Upper Elementary
Middle · Prairie Central Cusd 8. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$154,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$154,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Forrest
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Prairie Central JR High School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Prairie Central Upper Elementary | 6.8 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.0/10
- Median household income
- $82,375
- Median home value
- $154,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 19%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 85%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Forrest compares
Median household income
$82k
101% of Illinois median
About Schools in Forrest, Illinois
Forrest, Illinois is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 2 middle schools.
With an average rating of 7.0 out of 10, schools in Forrest perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Forrest is Prairie Central JR High School with a composite score of 7.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Forrest is served by 1 school district: Prairie Central CUSD 8. These districts collectively serve 1,722 students.
Forrest's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $82,375. The poverty rate in the area is 10.6%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 232 students · 7th–8th | 7.3 |
| 2 | 220 students · 5th–6th | 6.8 |
Schools in Forrest
Forrest, Illinois · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$82,375
Median Home Value
$154,500
Median Rent
$642/mo
Population
1,637
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
85%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Community Profile
Forrest has a median household income of $82,375. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $154,500, with a median rent of $642/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.6%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Illinois
- Middle
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Forrest, Illinois
How many schools are in Forrest, Illinois?
Forrest has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Forrest, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Forrest is 7.0 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Forrest, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Forrest on MySchoolScout is Prairie Central JR High School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Forrest, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Forrest on MySchoolScout is Prairie Central JR High School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
How many school districts serve Forrest, Illinois?
Forrest is served by 1 school district: Prairie Central Cusd 8.
What is the education level in Forrest, Illinois?
According to Census data, 19% of adults in Forrest have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Forrest, Illinois?
The median household income in Forrest is approximately $82,375 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Forrest, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Forrest is 10.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Forrest, Illinois?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Illinois Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.