Average
#1049 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 47% in state
Forsyth Elem.
Elementary School · FORSYTH R-III
PO BOX 187, Forsyth, MO 65653
Enrollment
463
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
463
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,049 of 2,221
In Forsyth
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
FORSYTH R-III
Academic growth
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Forsyth Elem.
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About Forsyth Elem.
Forsyth Elem. is a public elementary school in Forsyth, MO, part of FORSYTH R-III. Forsyth Elem. serves approximately 463 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Forsyth Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,049 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Forsyth Elem. show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Forsyth Elem. — Students at Forsyth Elem. score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 7.9/10.
How Forsyth Elem. Compares
See how Forsyth Elem. 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
PO BOX 187, Forsyth, MO 65653
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Forsyth Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TANEYVILLE ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Taneyville), which scores notably higher. Another option is CEDAR RIDGE ELEMENTARY (rated 7.8/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Branson), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CEDAR RIDGE PRIMARY (rated 7.2/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Branson), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Forsyth, see our Forsyth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FORSYTH HIGH Forsyth | 0.0 mi | 7.6 |
| FORSYTH MIDDLE Forsyth | 0.0 mi | 7.2 |
| RIVERVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Forsyth | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| KIRBYVILLE MIDDLE Kirbyville | 4.5 mi | 9.2 |
| KIRBYVILLE ELEM. Kirbyville | 5.7 mi | 6.5 |
| TANEYVILLE ELEM. Taneyville | 5.4 mi | 8.1 |
| HOLLISTER HIGH Hollister | 6.6 mi | 7.2 |
| BRANSON JR. HIGH Branson | 6.0 mi | 7.7 |
| HOLLISTER MIDDLE Hollister | 6.6 mi | 7.3 |
| HOLLISTER EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Hollister | 7.0 mi | 7.1 |
| HOLLISTER ELEM. Hollister | 7.1 mi | 6.8 |
| BRANSON HIGH Branson | 6.4 mi | 4.4 |
| BUCHANAN ELEMENTARY Branson | 6.4 mi | 4.8 |
| BUCHANAN INTERMEDIATE Branson | 6.5 mi | 6.8 |
| TRINITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hollister | 7.2 mi | 7.3 |
| CEDAR RIDGE INTERMEDIATE Branson | 7.4 mi | 7.0 |
| CEDAR RIDGE ELEMENTARY Branson | 7.5 mi | 7.8 |
| CEDAR RIDGE PRIMARY Branson | 7.5 mi | 7.2 |
| TRI LAKES SPECIAL SERV CO-OP Branson | 7.6 mi | 4.9 |
| SCHOOL OF THE OZARKS Point Lookout | 8.6 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65653 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,929
Median Home Value
$181,400
Median Rent
$719/mo
Population
5,956
College Educated
19.5%
Homeownership
76.2%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
53.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BLUE HILLS ELEM. Independence, MO | 6.5 |
| FORDER ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 6.5 |
| KEHRS MILL ELEM. Chesterfield, MO | 6.5 |
| LITTLE BLUE ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 6.5 |
| SOUTH ELEM. Eldon, MO | 6.5 |
| ST CLEMENT GRADE SCHOOL Des Peres, MO | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Forsyth Elem.
What grades does Forsyth Elem. serve?
Forsyth Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Forsyth Elem.?
Forsyth Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 463 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Forsyth Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Forsyth Elem. is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Forsyth Elem. rank in MO?
Forsyth Elem. ranks #1,049 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Forsyth Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Forsyth Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Forsyth Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Forsyth Elem. has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Forsyth Elem. a charter school?
No, Forsyth Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Forsyth Elem. a Title I school?
No, Forsyth Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Forsyth Elem.?
65.7% of students at Forsyth Elem. 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 463
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Taney County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.1%
- Phone
- (417) 546-6381
Resources & Links
District
FORSYTH R-III- District Enrollment
- 1,272
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,217
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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