Excellent
#86 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 2% 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
9.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
325
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Mount Prospect
#1 of 9
public schools
Illinois elementary schools
#68 of 2,326
In district
#1 of 15
Comm Cons SD 59
School environment
9.2 / 10
Exceptional
About Forest View Elem School
Forest View Elementary School serves 325 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Mount Prospect, Illinois. With a composite score of 9.0/10 — rated Exceptional — it ranks 86th out of 3,813 Illinois public schools and first among all nine public schools in Mount Prospect. Both figures put it among the top elementary schools in the entire state.
Academic performance scores 8.7/10, and the growth score climbs to 9.1/10 — meaning students make stronger year-over-year gains here than at most schools across Illinois. That growth distinction matters: it reflects consistent instruction across grade levels, not just a favorable student population or a strong test year. A student-teacher ratio of 13 students per teacher keeps classes small enough to make individual progress visible.
Statewide, Forest View outperforms 98% of Illinois public schools. That percentile reflects execution across multiple dimensions rather than one dominant category inflating the overall composite. For families in Mount Prospect comparing elementary options, the data points in a single direction: no other public school in the area reaches this level, and few in the state do either.
Score Breakdown
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Forest View Elem School — Students at Forest View Elem School score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 5 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.1/10.
How Forest View Elem School Compares
See how Forest View Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 32% (2019) to 32% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 42% (2019) to 42% (2022).
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. John Jay Elem School (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Windsor Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Arlington Heights), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Dryden Elem School (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Arlington Heights), a more accessible option. 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 | 5.9 |
| Holmes Jr High School Mount Prospect | 0.1 mi | 8.5 |
| John Jay Elem School Mount Prospect | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Westbrook Early Learning Cntr Mt. Prospect | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Dryden Elem School Arlington Heights | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Robert Frost Elem School Mount Prospect | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Lincoln Middle School Mount Prospect | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Juliette Low Elem School Arlington Heights | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| ST RAYMOND SCHOOL Mount Prospect | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Fairview Elem School Mt. Prospect | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| South Middle School Arlington Heights | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Windsor Elementary School Arlington Heights | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Prospect High School Mt. Prospect | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| OUR LADY OF THE WAYSIDE SCHOOL Arlington Heights | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Lions Park Elem School Mt. Prospect | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| 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 | 7.0 |
| Westgate Elem School Arlington Heights | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Forest View Elem School has a median household income of $104,168. It is a well-educated community where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $376,300, with a median rent of $1,456/month. The local poverty rate of 6.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Armour Elem School Chicago, IL | 9.0 |
| Davis Primary School Saint Charles, IL | 9.0 |
| Dewey Elem School Evanston, IL | 9.0 |
| Kingsley Elem School Downers Grove, IL | 9.0 |
| Richmond Intermediate Sch Saint Charles, IL | 9.0 |
| Sarah Adams Elementary School Lake Zurich, IL | 9.0 |
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 is ranked #86 out of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Forest View Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Forest View Elem School has a composite rating of 9.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Forest View Elem School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Forest View Elem School has 32.0% math proficiency and 37.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
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.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 24 Car-Dependent
- Transit Score
- 26 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 55 Bikeable
- City Safety
- Elevated (979/100K)
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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
- Phone
- (847) 593-4359
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Comm Cons SD 59- District Enrollment
- 5,869
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,948
- District Rank
- #1 of 15
Other Schools in This District
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