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#1458 of 1,992 schools in MN
Forest View Elementary
Elementary School · FOREST LAKE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
620 SW 4TH ST, Forest Lake, MN 55025
Enrollment
333
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
333
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,458 of 1,992
In Forest Lake
#8 of 14
public schools
In district
#7 of 12
FOREST LAKE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About Forest View Elementary
Forest View Elementary is a public elementary school in Forest Lake, MN, part of FOREST LAKE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Forest View Elementary serves approximately 333 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Forest View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,458 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Forest View Elementary show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- MN avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Forest View Elementary — Students at Forest View Elementary score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
52.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 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: 4.4/10.
How Forest View Elementary Compares
See how Forest View Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
620 SW 4TH ST, Forest Lake, MN 55025
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Forest View Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CENTERVILLE ELEMENTARY (rated 7.7/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Centerville), which scores notably higher. Another option is COLUMBUS ELEMENTARY (rated 6.8/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ONEKA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Hugo), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Forest Lake, see our Forest Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FOREST LAKE ELEMENTARY Forest Lake | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| STEP Forest Lake | 0.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Forest Lake Area Community School Forest Lake | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION Forest Lake | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| LILA Kinder Center Forest Lake | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| LILA Lower School Forest Lake | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| North Lakes Academy Upper School Forest Lake | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| ST PETER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Forest Lake | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Forest Lake Area High School Forest Lake | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Forest Lake Area Middle School Forest Lake | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| North Lakes Academy Middle School Forest Lake | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| North Lakes Academy Elementary Forest Lake | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| LILA Upper School Forest Lake | 2.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Wyoming Elementary Wyoming | 3.5 mi | 5.6 |
| COLUMBUS ELEMENTARY Forest Lake | 3.0 mi | 6.8 |
| ONEKA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hugo | 6.6 mi | 6.7 |
| North Star Elementary Hugo | 6.9 mi | 5.7 |
| CHISAGO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chisago City | 6.6 mi | 7.1 |
| CENTERVILLE ELEMENTARY Centerville | 8.0 mi | 7.7 |
| WHITE BEAR TRANSITION PLUS PROGRAM Hugo | 8.8 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55025 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,993
Median Home Value
$385,800
Median Rent
$1,355/mo
Population
25,759
College Educated
35.8%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
39.2
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|---|---|
| HIGHWOOD HILLS ELEMENTARY Saint Paul, MN | 5.3 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY Winona, MN | 5.3 |
| LAKE OF THE WOODS ELEMENTARY Baudette, MN | 5.3 |
| Rosa Parks Elementary Mankato, MN | 5.3 |
| ST FRANCIS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Brainerd, MN | 5.3 |
| ST MICHAEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Saint Michael, MN | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Forest View Elementary
What grades does Forest View Elementary serve?
Forest View Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Forest View Elementary?
Forest View Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 333 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Forest View Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Forest View Elementary is 17.5:1. 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 rank in MN?
Forest View Elementary ranks #1,458 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Forest View Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Forest View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Forest View Elementary has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Forest View Elementary a charter school?
No, Forest View Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Forest View Elementary a Title I school?
No, Forest View Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Forest View Elementary?
52.6% of students at Forest View 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 – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 333
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 52.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Washington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.0%
- Phone
- (651) 982-8200
Resources & Links
District
FOREST LAKE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 5,763
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,282
- District Rank
- #7 of 12
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