Best Schools in Forreston, Illinois
3 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Forreston by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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German Valley Grade School
Elementary · Forrestville Valley Cusd 221. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Forreston Grade School
Elementary · Forrestville Valley Cusd 221. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Forreston Jr/sr High Sch
High · Forrestville Valley Cusd 221. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Forreston for 2026 are German Valley Grade School (7.3/10), Forreston Grade School (6.7/10), and Forreston Jr/sr High Sch (5.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$148,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$148,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Forreston
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | German Valley Grade School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Forreston Grade School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Forreston Jr/sr High Sch | 5.8 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.6/10
- Median household income
- $69,375
- Median home value
- $148,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 13%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 83%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Forreston compares
Illinois rank
#156 of 444
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.4
above Illinois avg (6.2)
Median household income
$69k
85% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Forreston, Illinois
Forreston, Illinois is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Forreston show moderate performance 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 Forreston is German Valley Grade School with a composite score of 7.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Forreston is served by 1 school district: Forrestville Valley CUSD 221. These districts collectively serve 739 students.
Forreston's community shows 13% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $69,375. The poverty rate in the area is 4.5%.
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.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 80 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | 7.3 |
| 2 | 252 students · 1st–5th | 6.7 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 407 students · 6th–12th | 5.8 |
Schools in Forreston
Forreston, Illinois · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$69,375
Median Home Value
$148,100
Median Rent
$669/mo
Population
1,911
College Educated
13%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Community Profile
Forreston has a median household income of $69,375. It is a community where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $148,100, with a median rent of $669/month. The local poverty rate of 4.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 2
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Forreston, Illinois
How many schools are in Forreston, Illinois?
Forreston has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Forreston, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Forreston is 6.6 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 Forreston, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Forreston on MySchoolScout is German Valley Grade School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Forreston, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Forreston on MySchoolScout is German Valley Grade School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best high school in Forreston, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Forreston on MySchoolScout is Forreston Jr/sr High Sch with a composite score of 5.8/10.
How many school districts serve Forreston, Illinois?
Forreston is served by 1 school district: Forrestville Valley Cusd 221.
What is the education level in Forreston, Illinois?
According to Census data, 13% of adults in Forreston have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Forreston, Illinois?
The median household income in Forreston is approximately $69,375 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Forreston, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Forreston is 18.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Forreston, 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.