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#1728 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 45% in state

Forest View Elem School

Elementary School · Comm Cons SD 59

1901 W Estates Dr, Mount Prospect, IL 60056

Enrollment

325

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,728 of 3,813

In Mount Prospect

#5 of 9

public schools

In district

#2 of 15

Comm Cons SD 59

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Forest View Elem School

6.4/10

Elementary School in Mount Prospect · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.1/10

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6.3/10

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About Forest View Elem School

Forest View Elem School is a public elementary school in Mount Prospect, IL, part of Comm Cons SD 59. Forest View Elem School serves approximately 325 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Forest View Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,728 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Forest View Elem School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts above district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+9.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,948
Chronic Absenteeism25.8%

Forest View Elem School — Students at Forest View Elem School score 37% proficient, which is above 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%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 55.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 55.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 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
92%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
39%
ELA
49%
2015
Math
54%
ELA
49%
2016
Math
39%
ELA
46%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2022
ELA
42%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How Forest View Elem School Compares

See how Forest View Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
55th percentile in IL
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
48%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1901 W Estates Dr, Mount Prospect, IL 60056

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Forest View Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Westgate Elem School (rated 8.0/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Arlington Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is Windsor Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Arlington Heights), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SCIENCE ACADEMY OF CHICAGO (rated 7.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mount Prospect, see our Mount Prospect schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
The Early Learning Center Mt. Prospect 0.1 mi 6.1
Holmes Jr High School Mount Prospect 0.1 mi 6.3
John Jay Elem School Mount Prospect 0.9 mi 6.0
Westbrook Early Learning Cntr Mt. Prospect 0.8 mi 5.7
Dryden Elem School Arlington Heights 1.1 mi 7.1
Robert Frost Elem School Mount Prospect 1.1 mi 5.1
Lincoln Middle School Mount Prospect 1.1 mi 6.5
Juliette Low Elem School Arlington Heights 1.1 mi 4.1
ST RAYMOND SCHOOL Mount Prospect 1.4 mi 5.9
Fairview Elem School Mt. Prospect 1.6 mi 6.2
South Middle School Arlington Heights 1.8 mi 8.3
Windsor Elementary School Arlington Heights 2.1 mi 7.8
Prospect High School Mt. Prospect 1.9 mi 9.1
OUR LADY OF THE WAYSIDE SCHOOL Arlington Heights 1.9 mi 6.3
Lions Park Elem School Mt. Prospect 1.8 mi 7.1
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Mount Prospect 2.0 mi 5.9
SCIENCE ACADEMY OF CHICAGO Mount Prospect 2.3 mi 7.8
Rupley Elem School Elk Grove Village 2.4 mi 4.0
Westgate Elem School Arlington Heights 2.2 mi 8.0
ST VIATOR HIGH SCHOOL Arlington Heights 2.8 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60056 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$104,168

Median Home Value

$376,300

Median Rent

$1,456/mo

Population

55,989

College Educated

48.7%

Homeownership

70%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

6.1%

Median Age

41.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Forest View Elem School

What grades does Forest View Elem School serve?

Forest View Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Forest View Elem School?

Forest View Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 325 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Forest View Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Forest View Elem School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Forest View Elem School rank in IL?

Forest View Elem School ranks #1,728 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Forest View Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Forest View Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 View Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Forest View Elem School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Forest View Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Forest View Elem School a Title I school?

No, Forest View Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Forest View Elem School?

48.0% of students at Forest View 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
325
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
48.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.8%

District

Comm Cons SD 59
District Enrollment
5,869
Schools in District
15
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,948
District Rank
#2 of 15

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