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Forest Hills Elementary

Elementary School · EDEN PRAIRIE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

13708 HOLLY RD, Eden Prairie, MN 55346

Enrollment

544

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#895 of 1,992

In Eden Prairie

#9 of 14

public schools

In district

#9 of 12

EDEN PRAIRIE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Forest Hills Elementary

6.4/10

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

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About Forest Hills Elementary

Forest Hills Elementary is a public elementary school in Eden Prairie, MN, part of EDEN PRAIRIE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Forest Hills Elementary serves approximately 544 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Forest Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #895 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Forest Hills Elementary show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 7.8
  • MN avg 6.4

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-2.04 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency63% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+13.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,485
Chronic Absenteeism23.5%

Forest Hills Elementary — Students at Forest Hills Elementary score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

37.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 66.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 72.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
84%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
70%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
71%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
74%
2016
Math
65%
ELA
69%
2017
Math
66%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
64%
ELA
69%
2019
Math
64%
ELA
69%
2020*
Math
44%
ELA
58%
2021*
Math
44%
ELA
58%
2022
Math
60%
ELA
63%

* 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 Hills Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.4/10
55th percentile in MN
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
38%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.5%

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

13708 HOLLY RD, Eden Prairie, MN 55346

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Forest Hills Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oak Point Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EDEN LAKE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EAGLE RIDGE ACADEMY LOWER SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Minnetonka), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Eden Prairie, see our Eden Prairie schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
AGAPE CHRISTI ACADEMY Eden Prairie 0.3 mi 8.6
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF MINNESOTA Eden Prairie 0.9 mi
THE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF MINNESOTA LLC Eden Prairie 0.9 mi 7.5
GATEWOOD ELEMENTARY Minnetonka 1.4 mi 4.8
Early Childhood Special Ed. Eden Prairie 1.8 mi 6.0
TASSEL TRANSITION Eden Prairie 1.8 mi 6.4
EDEN PRAIRIE MONTESSORI LEARNING CENTER Eden Prairie 1.6 mi
EDEN PRAIRIE MONTESSORI SOUTH INC Eden Prairie 2.0 mi
GLEN LAKE ELEMENTARY Minnetonka 2.4 mi 6.7
CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Eden Prairie 2.1 mi 7.0
WEST EDUCATION CENTER ALTERNATIVE Minnetonka 2.0 mi 5.9
Oak Point Elementary Eden Prairie 2.5 mi 9.0
EAGLE HEIGHTS SPANISH IMMERSION Eden Prairie 2.5 mi 7.7
EAGLE RIDGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Minnetonka 2.1 mi 7.2
EAGLE RIDGE ACADEMY LOWER SCHOOL Minnetonka 2.1 mi 8.4
Eden Prairie Online Secondary Eden Prairie 2.2 mi 4.5
Eden Prairie Online Elementary Eden Prairie 2.2 mi 7.4
PIM Arts High School Eden Prairie 2.0 mi 6.1
EDEN PRAIRIE SENIOR HIGH Eden Prairie 2.2 mi 7.2
EDEN LAKE ELEMENTARY Eden Prairie 2.8 mi 8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55346 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$137,125

Median Home Value

$463,800

Median Rent

$1,823/mo

Population

18,602

College Educated

63.4%

Homeownership

86.1%

Avg Commute

21.9 min

Poverty Rate

3.6%

Median Age

41.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Forest Hills Elementary

What grades does Forest Hills Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Forest Hills Elementary?

Forest Hills Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 544 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Forest Hills Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Forest Hills Elementary is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Forest Hills Elementary rank in MN?

Forest Hills Elementary ranks #895 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Forest Hills Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Forest Hills Elementary 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 Hills Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Forest Hills Elementary has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Forest Hills Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Forest Hills Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

37.7% of students at Forest Hills 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
544
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Free/Reduced Lunch
37.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Hennepin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.5%

District

EDEN PRAIRIE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
8,963
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,485
District Rank
#9 of 12

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