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#1154 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 36% in state

Forest View Elementary School

Elementary School · Cadillac Area Public Schools

7840 S 25 Mile Rd, Boon, MI 49618

Enrollment

250

Student-Teacher

17.9:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,154 of 3,192

In district

#2 of 6

Cadillac Area Public Schools

Equity

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Forest View Elementary School

6.8/10

Elementary School in Boon · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Forest View Elementary School

Forest View Elementary School is a public elementary school in Boon, MI, part of Cadillac Area Public Schools. Forest View Elementary School serves approximately 250 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Forest View Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,154 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Forest View Elementary School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Forest View Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.87 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+11.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+19.4 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+21.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,569
Chronic Absenteeism22.8%

Forest View Elementary School — Students at Forest View Elementary School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

62%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 59.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 69.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
43.1% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 34 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
54.3%
ELA
58.7%

* 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: 5.8/10.

How Forest View Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
64th percentile in MI
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
5.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
62%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
14 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.8%

Location

7840 S 25 Mile Rd, Boon, MI 49618

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Forest View Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pine River Area Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 14.2 miles away, in nearby Leroy), which scores notably higher. Another option is Manton Consolidated Elem School (rated 7.3/10, 15.5 miles away, in nearby Manton), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Franklin Elementary School (rated 6.2/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Cadillac), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Boon, see our Boon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 24.6 mi
School Distance Rating
CADILLAC HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cadillac 7.7 mi 7.3
ST ANN SCHOOL Cadillac 8.4 mi 5.9
Cadillac Senior High School Cadillac 8.3 mi 6.4
Mackinaw Trail Middle School Cadillac 8.8 mi 7.3
Lincoln Elementary School Cadillac 9.1 mi 5.7
Pine River Area Middle School Leroy 11.9 mi 6.1
Pine River Area High School Leroy 11.9 mi 8.6
Franklin Elementary School Cadillac 9.6 mi 6.2
NORTHVIEW SDA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cadillac 9.8 mi
Cadillac Innovation High School Cadillac 10.1 mi 5.2
WexfordMissaukee ISD Special Education Cadillac 10.3 mi 5.7
Mesick Consolidated JrSr High School Mesick 13.8 mi 6.8
Pine River Area Elementary School Leroy 14.2 mi 8.7
Highpoint Virtual Academy of MIchigan Mesick 14.1 mi 5.9
Floyd M Jewett Elem School Mesick 14.1 mi 5.4
Manton Consolidated Middle School Manton 15.5 mi 5.0
Manton Consolidated High School Manton 15.5 mi 6.9
Manton Consolidated Elem School Manton 15.5 mi 7.3
Buckley Community Schools Buckley 19.8 mi 7.4
Kingsley Area High School Kingsley 24.6 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 49618 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$49,712

Median Home Value

$152,300

Median Rent

$1,313/mo

Population

829

College Educated

16%

Homeownership

87.8%

Avg Commute

27.3 min

Poverty Rate

22%

Median Age

51.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Forest View Elementary School

What grades does Forest View Elementary School serve?

Forest View Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Forest View Elementary School?

Forest View Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 250 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Forest View Elementary School is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Forest View Elementary School rank in MI?

Forest View Elementary School ranks #1,154 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Forest View Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Forest View Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Forest View Elementary School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Forest View Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Forest View Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

62.0% of students at Forest View 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
250
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Free/Reduced Lunch
62.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Wexford County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.8%

District

Cadillac Area Public Schools
District Enrollment
3,071
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,569
District Rank
#2 of 6

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