Very Good
#1121 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 30% in state
Forest City Elementary School
Elementary School · SEMINOLE
1010 SAND LAKE RD, Altamonte Springs, FL 32714
Enrollment
744
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
744
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,121 of 3,778
In Altamonte Springs
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#21 of 71
SEMINOLE
Equity
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Forest City Elementary School
Forest City Elementary School is a public elementary school in Altamonte Springs, FL, part of SEMINOLE. Forest City Elementary School serves approximately 744 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Forest City Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,121 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Forest City Elementary School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 7.1
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Forest City Elementary School — Students at Forest City Elementary School score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from FL 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: 6.4/10.
How Forest City Elementary School Compares
See how Forest City Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1010 SAND LAKE RD, Altamonte Springs, FL 32714
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Forest City Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SABAL POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Longwood), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WEKIVA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Longwood), with a very similar rating. Additionally, FOREST LAKE EDUCATION CENTER (rated 6.4/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Longwood), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Altamonte Springs, see our Altamonte Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAKE BRANTLEY HIGH SCHOOL Altamonte Springs | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| BEAR LAKE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Altamonte Springs | 0.4 mi | — |
| FOREST LAKE EDUCATION CENTER Longwood | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| FOREST LAKE ACADEMY. Apopka | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC ACADEMY Altamonte Springs | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| WEKIVA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Longwood | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| PACE BRANTLEY SCHOOL Longwood | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| SPRING LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Altamonte Springs | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| TEAGUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Altamonte Springs | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| BEAR LAKE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Apopka | 1.7 mi | — |
| SABAL POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Longwood | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| BEAR LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Apopka | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| FOREST CITY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Altamonte Springs | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| CHRYSALIS SCHOOL INC Altamonte Springs | 2.0 mi | — |
| SANLANDO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Longwood | 2.5 mi | — |
| CLAY SPRINGS ELEMENTARY Apopka | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
| RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY Orlando | 3.1 mi | 5.4 |
| CHAMPION PREPARATORY ACADEMY Apopka | 3.0 mi | 7.1 |
| ALTAMONTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Altamonte Springs | 3.1 mi | 6.8 |
| ALTAMONTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Altamonte Springs | 3.2 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32714 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,333
Median Home Value
$292,300
Median Rent
$1,641/mo
Population
37,481
College Educated
37.2%
Homeownership
49%
Avg Commute
28.9 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
36.7
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| CENTRAL PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plantation, FL | 7.4 |
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| DR. CARLOS J. FINLAY ELEMENTARY Miami, FL | 7.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Forest City Elementary School
What grades does Forest City Elementary School serve?
Forest City Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Forest City Elementary School?
Forest City Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 744 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Forest City Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Forest City Elementary School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Forest City Elementary School rank in FL?
Forest City Elementary School ranks #1,121 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Forest City Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Forest City Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 City Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Forest City Elementary School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Forest City Elementary School a charter school?
No, Forest City Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Forest City Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Forest City Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Forest City Elementary School?
75.0% of students at Forest City 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 744
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Seminole County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.8%
- Phone
- (407) 746-1050
Resources & Links
District
SEMINOLE- District Enrollment
- 65,443
- Schools in District
- 76
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,243
- District Rank
- #21 of 71
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