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Forest Park Middle School

Middle School · Forest Park SD 91

925 Beloit Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130

Enrollment

184

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

5.0

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,912 of 3,813

In Forest Park

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#4 of 4

Forest Park SD 91

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Forest Park Middle School

5.0/10

Middle School in Forest Park · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Forest Park Middle School

Forest Park Middle School is a public middle school in Forest Park, IL, part of Forest Park SD 91. Forest Park Middle School serves approximately 184 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Forest Park Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,912 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Forest Park Middle School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts below IL schools
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • IL avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 184 students, Forest Park Middle 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.6Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-6.04 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.2Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-17.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile13th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$32,336
Chronic Absenteeism23.4%

Forest Park Middle School — Students at Forest Park Middle School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

48.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 27.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 37.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 25 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
75%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
70%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
74%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
44%
ELA
55%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
33%
2015
Math
7%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
9%
ELA
28%
2017
Math
10%
ELA
26%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2022
ELA
17%

* 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: 3.6/10.

How Forest Park Middle School Compares

See how Forest Park Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
24th percentile in IL
Academic
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
48%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.4%

Location

925 Beloit Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Forest Park Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Roosevelt School (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby River Forest), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School (rated 6.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Oak Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Forest Park, see our Forest Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Field Stevenson Elem School Forest Park 0.0 mi 8.3
CHOSEN ONES LEARNING CENTER Forest Park 0.1 mi
Garfield Elem School Forest Park 0.5 mi 8.2
Betsy Ross Elem School Forest Park 0.6 mi 8.1
Jefferson Elem School Berwyn 1.0 mi 6.5
Abraham Lincoln Elem School Oak Park 0.9 mi 7.9
Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School Oak Park 1.1 mi 6.8
ST LUKE SCHOOL River Forest 1.3 mi 8.1
Lincoln Elem School River Forest 1.4 mi 9.2
Prairie Oak School Berwyn 1.2 mi 6.6
Proviso Math and Science Academy Forest Park 1.1 mi 7.9
CHILDREN'S SCHOOL OF OAK PARK Berwyn 1.2 mi 7.7
THE FIELD SCHOOL Oak Park 1.4 mi 7.5
LA CASA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Oak Park 1.2 mi
WEST SUBURBAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Oak Park 1.2 mi 4.6
CORNERSTONE ACADEMY Oak Park 1.2 mi
Roosevelt School River Forest 1.6 mi 8.9
Proviso East High School Maywood 1.3 mi 4.3
FENWICK HIGH SCHOOL Oak Park 1.5 mi 6.2
J Sterling Morton West High Sch Berwyn 1.7 mi 7.0

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Forest Park Middle School

What grades does Forest Park Middle School serve?

Forest Park Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Forest Park Middle School?

Forest Park Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 184 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Forest Park Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Forest Park Middle School is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Forest Park Middle School rank in IL?

Forest Park Middle School ranks #2,912 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Forest Park Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Forest Park Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Park Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Forest Park Middle School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Forest Park Middle School a charter school?

No, Forest Park Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Forest Park Middle School a Title I school?

No, Forest Park Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Forest Park Middle School?

48.4% of students at Forest Park Middle 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
79 Very Walkable
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
184
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
48.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.4%

District

Forest Park SD 91
District Enrollment
713
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$32,336
District Rank
#4 of 4

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