Excellent
#24 of 1,356 schools in AL
Top 2% in state
Forest Avenue Elementary School
Elementary School · Montgomery County
1700 W 5th St, Montgomery, AL 36106
Enrollment
613
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
9.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
613
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
9.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alabama schools
#24 of 1,356
In Montgomery
#2 of 52
public schools
In district
#2 of 51
Montgomery County
Equity
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Forest Avenue Elementary School
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About Forest Avenue Elementary School
Forest Avenue Elementary School is a public elementary school in Montgomery, AL, part of Montgomery County. Forest Avenue Elementary School serves approximately 613 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Forest Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 out of 10 and ranks #24 of 1,356 schools in AL.
Structured state assessment records for Forest Avenue Elementary School show 89% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 94% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.5 · Excellent
- District avg 5.7
- AL avg 7.4
Score Breakdown
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Forest Avenue Elementary School — Students at Forest Avenue Elementary School score 88% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 72%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
17.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AL ACAP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from AL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.
How Forest Avenue Elementary School Compares
See how Forest Avenue Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1700 W 5th St, Montgomery, AL 36106
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Forest Avenue Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bear Exploration Center (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is MONTGOMERY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Dannelly Elementary School (rated 5.5/10, 2.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Montgomery, see our Montgomery schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FIRST SCHOOL Montgomery | 0.5 mi | — |
| Highland Avenue Elementary School Montgomery | 0.8 mi | 3.4 |
| BETHANY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Montgomery | 0.8 mi | — |
| BETHANY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Montgomery | 0.8 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY Montgomery | 1.0 mi | — |
| MONTGOMERY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Montgomery | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Floyd Middle School Montgomery | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Percy Julian High School Montgomery | 1.5 mi | 1.9 |
| Baldwin Art And Academics Magnet Montgomery | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Childrens Center Montgomery | 1.6 mi | 3.5 |
| HOLT STREET CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Montgomery | 1.4 mi | 2.5 |
| Lanier Senior High School Montgomery | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Capitol Heights Middle School Montgomery | 1.7 mi | 3.6 |
| Nixon Elementary School Montgomery | 1.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Bellingrath Middle School Montgomery | 1.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Bear Exploration Center Montgomery | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Johnson Abernathy Graetz High School Montgomery | 1.8 mi | 2.1 |
| Dannelly Elementary School Montgomery | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Morningview Elementary School Montgomery | 2.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Flowers Elementary School Montgomery | 2.0 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 36106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,202
Median Home Value
$207,400
Median Rent
$1,138/mo
Population
14,612
College Educated
51%
Homeownership
56.3%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
11.3%
Median Age
35.8
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arab Primary School Arab, AL | 9.5 |
| Bluff Park Elementary School Hoover, AL | 9.5 |
| Brocks Gap Intermediate School Hoover, AL | 9.5 |
| Cahaba Elementary School Trussville, AL | 9.5 |
| EicholdMertz School of Math and Science Mobile, AL | 9.5 |
| Guntersville Elementary School Guntersville, AL | 9.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Forest Avenue Elementary School
What grades does Forest Avenue Elementary School serve?
Forest Avenue Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Forest Avenue Elementary School?
Forest Avenue Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 613 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Forest Avenue Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Forest Avenue Elementary School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Forest Avenue Elementary School rank in AL?
Forest Avenue Elementary School ranks #24 of 1,356 schools in AL.
What is Forest Avenue Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Forest Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Forest Avenue Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Forest Avenue Elementary School has 89% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 94% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Forest Avenue Elementary School a charter school?
No, Forest Avenue Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Forest Avenue Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Forest Avenue Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Forest Avenue Elementary School?
17.1% of students at Forest Avenue Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 613
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 17.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Montgomery County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 4.1%
- Phone
- (334) 269-3673
Resources & Links
District
Montgomery County- District Enrollment
- 26,435
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,977
- District Rank
- #2 of 51
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