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#220 of 1,986 schools in MN

Top 11% in state

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

8.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Eden Prairie

#5 of 14

public schools

Minnesota elementary schools

#201 of 962

In district

#5 of 12

EDEN PRAIRIE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

9.0 / 10

Exceptional

About Forest Hills Elementary

Forest Hills Elementary serves 544 students from prekindergarten through fifth grade in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, maintaining an excellent academic reputation within Hennepin County. With a student-teacher ratio of 12.4:1 across 44 full-time equivalent teachers, the school provides strong individualized attention for its elementary learners. Academically, Forest Hills Elementary stands out as a top performer, ranking #131 out of 2027 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 94th percentile.

The school earns a MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10, with particularly strong academic performance reflected in its 8.5 academic score. Students demonstrate solid proficiency rates, with 63% meeting or exceeding standards in English Language Arts and reading, and 60% achieving proficiency in mathematics. The school draws from an affluent and well-educated community where the median household income reaches $134,315 and 65% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

With a poverty rate of just 3.3% and median home values of $439,400, the surrounding ZIP code of 55346 reflects a stable, family-oriented environment that strongly supports educational achievement. Forest Hills Elementary operates as a regular public school in Eden Prairie's small city setting, providing students with both academic excellence and the benefits of a close-knit community atmosphere.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-2.2 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.0Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency60%
Reading/ELA Proficiency63%
Overall Proficiency62%
Expected (poverty-adj.)48%
vs. Expected+13.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,759

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 56.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 63.3%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
64%
ELA
69%
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: 7.2/10.

How Forest Hills Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.0/10
89th percentile in MN
Academic
9.0/10
9.0/10
Growth
7.2/10
Above average
Environment
8.3/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
38%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers

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 8.9/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is EDEN LAKE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.6/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, EAGLE HEIGHTS SPANISH IMMERSION (rated 8.3/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly 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 8.7
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 7.5
Early Childhood Special Ed. Eden Prairie 1.8 mi 7.4
TASSEL TRANSITION Eden Prairie 1.8 mi 7.6
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 6.5
CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Eden Prairie 2.1 mi 6.3
WEST EDUCATION CENTER ALTERNATIVE Minnetonka 2.0 mi 7.8
Oak Point Elementary Eden Prairie 2.5 mi 8.9
EAGLE HEIGHTS SPANISH IMMERSION Eden Prairie 2.5 mi 8.3
EAGLE RIDGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Minnetonka 2.1 mi 5.1
EAGLE RIDGE ACADEMY LOWER SCHOOL Minnetonka 2.1 mi 7.4
Eden Prairie Online Secondary Eden Prairie 2.2 mi 6.3
Eden Prairie Online Elementary Eden Prairie 2.2 mi 7.8
PIM Arts High School Eden Prairie 2.0 mi 7.4
EDEN PRAIRIE SENIOR HIGH Eden Prairie 2.2 mi 7.9
EDEN LAKE ELEMENTARY Eden Prairie 2.8 mi 8.6

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Forest Hills Elementary has a median household income of $137,125. It is a well-educated community where 63% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $463,800, with a median rent of $1,823/month. The local poverty rate of 3.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 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
Green Central Elementary Minneapolis, MN 8.0
KENNEDY ELEMENTARY Hastings, MN 8.0
NORMANDALE HILLS ELEMENTARY Bloomington, MN 8.0
OSAKIS ELEMENTARY Osakis, MN 8.0
Prairie View Elementary School Otsego, MN 8.0
RICE LAKE ELEMENTARY Lino Lakes, MN 8.0

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 is ranked #220 out of 1,986 schools in MN.

What is Forest Hills Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Forest Hills Elementary has a composite rating of 8.0 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 Hills Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Forest Hills Elementary has 56.0% math proficiency and 63.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

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
City Safety
Elevated (1,356/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Eden Prairie). Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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