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#2177 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 46% in state
Forest Park Elementary School
Elementary School · SOUTH COLONIE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
100 FOREST DR, Albany, NY 12205
Enrollment
318
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
318
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,177 of 4,742
In Albany
#6 of 32
public schools
In district
#3 of 8
SOUTH COLONIE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Forest Park Elementary School
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About Forest Park Elementary School
Forest Park Elementary School is a public elementary school in Albany, NY, part of SOUTH COLONIE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Forest Park Elementary School serves approximately 318 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Forest Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,177 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Forest Park Elementary School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Forest Park Elementary School — Students at Forest Park Elementary School score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 test records from NY 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: 5.8/10.
How Forest Park Elementary School Compares
See how Forest Park Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
100 FOREST DR, Albany, NY 12205
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Forest Park Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST GREGORYS SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Loudonville), which scores notably higher. Another option is MONTESSORI MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Albany, see our Albany schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ALBANY-SCHOHARIE-SCHENECTADY-SARATOGA BOCES Albany | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| SADDLEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| ROESSLEVILLE SCHOOL Albany | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| COLONIE CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Albany | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| OUR SAVIOR'S CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Albany | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| SAND CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL Albany | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| CAP DIST JUVENILE SECURE DETENTION Albany | 2.3 mi | — |
| SHAKER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| NYS DEPT OF CORRECTIONS PLACEMENT Albany | 2.9 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI MAGNET SCHOOL Albany | 2.8 mi | 7.9 |
| LISHA KILL MIDDLE SCHOOL Albany | 2.6 mi | 6.4 |
| EAGLE POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany | 3.3 mi | 5.8 |
| SOUTHGATE SCHOOL Loudonville | 2.4 mi | 7.4 |
| WESTMERE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany | 3.0 mi | 5.5 |
| ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Albany | 3.5 mi | 7.8 |
| VEEDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany | 3.1 mi | 5.4 |
| ST GREGORYS SCHOOL Loudonville | 2.8 mi | 8.2 |
| BIRCHWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady | 3.8 mi | 7.6 |
| HENRY JOHNSON CHARTER SCHOOL Albany | 3.7 mi | 6.3 |
| PINE HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany | 4.0 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12205 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,270
Median Home Value
$264,200
Median Rent
$1,405/mo
Population
25,912
College Educated
35.8%
Homeownership
70.9%
Avg Commute
19.3 min
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Median Age
45
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALLEGHANY AVENUE SCHOOL Lindenhurst, NY | 6.5 |
| CHOICE CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 6.5 |
| DANSVILLE PRIMARY SCHOOL Dansville, NY | 6.5 |
| EAST QUOGUE SCHOOL East Quogue, NY | 6.5 |
| EAST STREET SCHOOL Hicksville, NY | 6.5 |
| HARLEM VILLAGE ACADEMY WEST 2 CHARTER SCHOOL New York, NY | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Forest Park Elementary School
What grades does Forest Park Elementary School serve?
Forest Park Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Forest Park Elementary School?
Forest Park Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 318 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Forest Park Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Forest Park Elementary School is 13.2:1. 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 School rank in NY?
Forest Park Elementary School ranks #2,177 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Forest Park Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Forest Park Elementary School 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 Forest Park Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Forest Park Elementary School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Forest Park Elementary School a charter school?
No, Forest Park Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Forest Park Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Forest Park Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Forest Park Elementary School?
46.9% of students at Forest Park Elementary School 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 318
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Albany County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.4%
- Phone
- (518) 869-3006
Resources & Links
District
SOUTH COLONIE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 4,990
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,719
- District Rank
- #3 of 8
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