Below Average
#2233 of 2,648 schools in NC
Forest Park Elementary
Elementary School · Kannapolis City Schools
1333 Forest Park Drive, Kannapolis, NC 28083
Enrollment
476
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
476
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,233 of 2,648
In Kannapolis
#7 of 11
public schools
In district
#4 of 8
Kannapolis City Schools
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Forest Park Elementary
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About Forest Park Elementary
Forest Park Elementary is a public elementary school in Kannapolis, NC, part of Kannapolis City Schools. Forest Park Elementary serves approximately 476 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Forest Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,233 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Forest Park Elementary show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Forest Park Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Forest Park Elementary — Students at Forest Park Elementary score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from NC 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 Park Elementary Compares
See how Forest Park 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
1333 Forest Park Drive, Kannapolis, NC 28083
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Forest Park Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Royal Oaks Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GW Carver Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Concord Lake STEAM Academy (rated 7.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kannapolis, see our Kannapolis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kannapolis | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Royal Oaks Elementary Kannapolis | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| GW Carver Elementary Kannapolis | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Concord Lake STEAM Academy Kannapolis | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| A L Brown High Kannapolis | 1.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Jackson Park Elementary Kannapolis | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| North Kannapolis Elementary Kannapolis | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| NORTH KANNAPOLIS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kannapolis | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Winecoff Elementary Concord | 2.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Kannapolis Middle Kannapolis | 2.2 mi | 3.4 |
| Shady Brook Elementary Kannapolis | 2.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Fred L Wilson Elementary Kannapolis | 2.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Cabarrus Health Sciences Institute Concord | 3.2 mi | — |
| Beverly Hills Elementary Concord | 3.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Concord High Concord | 3.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Cabarrus Early College of Technology Concord | 4.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Charles E Boger Elementary Kannapolis | 3.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Northwest Cabarrus High Concord | 3.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Northwest Cabarrus Middle Concord | 3.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Corriher Lipe Middle Landis | 4.6 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28083 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,563
Median Home Value
$194,300
Median Rent
$1,120/mo
Population
28,474
College Educated
18.7%
Homeownership
64.3%
Avg Commute
25.7 min
Poverty Rate
14.5%
Median Age
38.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bell Fork Elementary Jacksonville, NC | 4.4 |
| Creekside Elementary Durham, NC | 4.4 |
| Englewood Elementary Rocky Mount, NC | 4.4 |
| Fred L Wilson Elementary Kannapolis, NC | 4.4 |
| King Elementary School King, NC | 4.4 |
| Nations Ford Elementary Charlotte, NC | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Forest Park Elementary
What grades does Forest Park Elementary serve?
Forest Park Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Forest Park Elementary?
Forest Park Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 476 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Forest Park Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Forest Park Elementary is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Forest Park Elementary rank in NC?
Forest Park Elementary ranks #2,233 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Forest Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Forest Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Park Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Forest Park Elementary has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Forest Park Elementary a charter school?
No, Forest Park Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Forest Park Elementary a Title I school?
No, Forest Park Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Forest Park Elementary?
99.4% of students at Forest Park 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 476
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cabarrus County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.4%
- Phone
- (704) 932-8121
Resources & Links
District
Kannapolis City Schools- District Enrollment
- 5,385
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,142
- District Rank
- #4 of 8
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