Excellent
#498 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 13% in state
Based on limited data
Betsy Ross Elem School
Elementary School · Forest Park SD 91
1315 Marengo Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on IL statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
136
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
136
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#498 of 3,813
In Forest Park
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
Forest Park SD 91
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
Shortlisting around Betsy Ross Elem School?
Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Betsy Ross Elem School
Elementary School in Forest Park · grades Kindergarten – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Jefferson Elem School
0.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
Forest Park Middle School
0.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Betsy Ross Elem School
Betsy Ross Elem School is a public elementary school in Forest Park, IL, part of Forest Park SD 91. Betsy Ross Elem School serves approximately 136 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Betsy Ross Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #498 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 8.2
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 136 students, Betsy Ross Elem School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Betsy Ross Elem School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
Partial Profile · 2/3 metricsRequires 2+ years of test data
View breakdown
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Betsy Ross Elem School Compares
See how Betsy Ross Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1315 Marengo Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Betsy Ross Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. A F Ames Elem School (rated 8.6/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Riverside), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Field Stevenson Elem School (rated 8.3/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Garfield Elem School (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Forest Park, see our Forest Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Elem School Berwyn | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Forest Park Middle School Forest Park | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Field Stevenson Elem School Forest Park | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| CHOSEN ONES LEARNING CENTER Forest Park | 0.6 mi | — |
| Abraham Lincoln Elem School Oak Park | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Prairie Oak School Berwyn | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Garfield Elem School Forest Park | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| CHILDREN'S SCHOOL OF OAK PARK Berwyn | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| J Sterling Morton West High Sch Berwyn | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY Oak Park | 1.0 mi | — |
| WEST SUBURBAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Oak Park | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| LA CASA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Oak Park | 1.1 mi | — |
| Piper School Berwyn | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School Oak Park | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Lincoln Middle School Berwyn | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| ST ODILO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Berwyn | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Karel Havlicek Elem School Berwyn | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Irving Elem School Oak Park | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| INTIRAYMI SPANISH MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE Riverside | 1.6 mi | — |
| A F Ames Elem School Riverside | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,323
Median Home Value
$293,800
Median Rent
$1,352/mo
Population
14,000
College Educated
49.8%
Homeownership
53.6%
Avg Commute
29.1 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
40
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AKIBA-SCHECHTER JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Chicago, IL | 8.1 |
| Cherry Hill Elem and EC Center New Lenox, IL | 8.1 |
| INTERCULTURAL MONTESSORI LANGUAGE SCHOOL Chicago, IL | 8.1 |
| Neponset Grade School Neponset, IL | 8.1 |
| West Salem Grade School West Salem, IL | 8.1 |
| Winfield Primary School Winfield, IL | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Betsy Ross Elem School
What grades does Betsy Ross Elem School serve?
Betsy Ross Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Betsy Ross Elem School?
Betsy Ross Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 136 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Betsy Ross Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Betsy Ross Elem School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Betsy Ross Elem School rank in IL?
Betsy Ross Elem School ranks #498 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Betsy Ross Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Betsy Ross Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Betsy Ross Elem School a charter school?
No, Betsy Ross Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Betsy Ross Elem School a Title I school?
No, Betsy Ross Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Betsy Ross Elem School?
49.3% of students at Betsy Ross Elem 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
Powered by 
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 136
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.2%
- Phone
- (708) 366-7498
Resources & Links
District
Forest Park SD 91- District Enrollment
- 713
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $32,336
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
Other Schools in This District
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 rateRelated reading
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.