Best Schools in Forest Grove, Oregon
10 schools · 6 Elementary · 2 Middle · 2 High
Choosing a school in Forest Grove?
Use this page to compare every school in Forest Grove by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Dilley Elementary School
Elementary · Forest Grove Sd 15. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Forest Grove Community School
Elementary · Forest Grove Sd 15. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Fern Hill Elementary School
Elementary · Forest Grove Sd 15. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Forest Grove for 2026 are Dilley Elementary School (8.2/10), Forest Grove Community School (7.9/10), and Fern Hill Elementary School (6.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 9 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
10
8 public · 2 private
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$479,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
10
8 public · 2 private
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$479,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 8.2/10 despite 63% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.5 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Forest Grove schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Forest Grove
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (9 of 10). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dilley Elementary School | 8.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Forest Grove Community School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Fern Hill Elementary School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Early Learning Community at Pacific University | 6.2 / 10 |
| 5 | Tom Mccall Upper Elementary | 6.0 / 10 |
| 6 | Harvey Clarke Elementary School | 5.7 / 10 |
| 7 | Neil Armstrong Middle School | 4.8 / 10 |
| 8 | Forest Grove High School | 4.5 / 10 |
| 9 | Joseph Gale Elementary School | 3.7 / 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
- 5.9/10
- Median household income
- $87,308
- Median home value
- $479,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 33%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 65%
22% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Forest Grove compares
Oregon rank
#66 of 117
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.4
below Oregon avg (6.3)
Median household income
$87k
114% of Oregon median
Schools in this city
9
About Schools in Forest Grove, Oregon
Forest Grove, Oregon is home to 10 schools, including 8 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.9 out of 10, schools in Forest Grove 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 Forest Grove is Dilley Elementary School with a composite score of 8.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Forest Grove is served by 1 school district: Forest Grove SD 15. These districts collectively serve 5,788 students.
Forest Grove's community shows 33% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $87,308. The poverty rate in the area is 12.6%.
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.
Elementary Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 199 students · Kindergarten–4th | 8.2 | ||
| 2 | 204 students · 1st–8th | 7.9 | ||
| 3 | 256 students · Pre-K–4th | 6.5 | ||
| 4 | 398 students · Kindergarten–4th | 5.7 | ||
| 5 | 392 students · Pre-K–4th | 3.7 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 45 students · Pre-K–4th | 6.2 | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 706 students · 5th–6th | 6.0 |
| 2 | 821 students · 7th–8th | 4.8 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,898 students · 9th–12th | 4.5 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
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Private
12 students · 10th–12th | — | ||
Schools in Forest Grove
Forest Grove, Oregon · 10 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$87,308
Median Home Value
$479,800
Median Rent
$1,397/mo
Population
29,598
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
12.6%
Community Profile
Forest Grove has a median household income of $87,308. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $479,800, with a median rent of $1,397/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.6%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Oregon
- Elementary
- 6
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 2
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Oregon
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Forest Grove, Oregon
How many schools are in Forest Grove, Oregon?
Forest Grove has 10 schools, including 8 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Forest Grove, Oregon?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Forest Grove is 5.9 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 Forest Grove, Oregon?
The top-ranked school in Forest Grove on MySchoolScout is Dilley Elementary School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Forest Grove, Oregon?
The top-ranked elementary school in Forest Grove on MySchoolScout is Dilley Elementary School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Forest Grove, Oregon?
The top-ranked middle school in Forest Grove on MySchoolScout is Tom Mccall Upper Elementary with a composite score of 6.0/10.
What is the best high school in Forest Grove, Oregon?
The top-ranked high school in Forest Grove on MySchoolScout is Forest Grove High School with a composite score of 4.5/10.
How many school districts serve Forest Grove, Oregon?
Forest Grove is served by 1 school district: Forest Grove Sd 15.
What is the education level in Forest Grove, Oregon?
According to Census data, 33% of adults in Forest Grove have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Forest Grove, Oregon?
The median household income in Forest Grove is approximately $87,308 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Forest Grove, Oregon?
Yes, Forest Grove has 2 private schools alongside 8 public schools. The top-rated private school is Early Learning Community at Pacific University with a score of 6.2/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Forest Grove, Oregon?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Forest Grove is 15.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Forest Grove, Oregon?
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, Oregon Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.