Below Average
#1756 of 1,992 schools in MN
Forest Elementary
Elementary School · ROBBINSDALE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
6800 47TH AVE N, Crystal, MN 55428
Enrollment
454
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
454
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,756 of 1,992
In Crystal
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#15 of 21
ROBBINSDALE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Forest Elementary
Elementary School in Crystal · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Forest Elementary
Forest Elementary is a public elementary school in Crystal, MN, part of ROBBINSDALE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Forest Elementary serves approximately 454 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Forest Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,756 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Forest Elementary show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.8
- MN avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Forest Elementary — Students at Forest Elementary score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 2.9/10.
How Forest Elementary Compares
See how Forest Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
6800 47TH AVE N, Crystal, MN 55428
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Forest Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION (rated 8.0/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby New Hope), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST RAPHAEL SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY TRINITY LUTHERAN ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby New Hope), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Crystal, see our Crystal schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ROBBINSDALE TRANSITION CENTER Crystal | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| ST RAPHAEL SCHOOL Crystal | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Robbinsdale Shared Time Program New Hope | 0.8 mi | — |
| ROBBINSDALE COOPER SENIOR HIGH New Hope | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| The FAIR School - Crystal Crystal | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION New Hope | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| BEACON ACADEMY Crystal | 1.5 mi | 3.5 |
| Escuela Exitos New Hope | 1.1 mi | 3.3 |
| North Education Center Academy New Hope | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Prairie Seeds El School Academy Brooklyn Park | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Prairie Seeds Middle School Academy Brooklyn Park | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Prairie Seeds High School Academy Brooklyn Park | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| HOLY TRINITY LUTHERAN ACADEMY New Hope | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| ROBBINSDALE MIDDLE Robbinsdale | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| SONNESYN ELEMENTARY New Hope | 1.9 mi | 3.9 |
| MEADOW LAKE ELEMENTARY New Hope | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Minneapolis | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| NEILL ELEMENTARY Crystal | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| LAKEVIEW ELEMENTARY Robbinsdale | 1.7 mi | 4.1 |
| EXCELL ACADEMY CHARTER Brooklyn Park | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55428 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,004
Median Home Value
$277,900
Median Rent
$1,291/mo
Population
32,679
College Educated
28.6%
Homeownership
56.4%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
13.9%
Median Age
37.5
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| ELTON HILLS ELEMENTARY Rochester, MN | 4.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Forest Elementary
What grades does Forest Elementary serve?
Forest Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Forest Elementary?
Forest Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 454 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Forest Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Forest Elementary is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Forest Elementary rank in MN?
Forest Elementary ranks #1,756 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Forest Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Forest Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Forest Elementary has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Forest Elementary a charter school?
No, Forest Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Forest Elementary a Title I school?
No, Forest Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Forest Elementary?
76.0% of students at Forest Elementary 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 454
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hennepin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.7%
- Phone
- (763) 504-7900
Resources & Links
District
ROBBINSDALE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 10,735
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,779
- District Rank
- #15 of 21
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