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#2626 of 3,441 schools in OH
Forest Park Elementary School
Elementary School · Columbus City Schools District
5535 Sandalwood Blvd, Columbus, OH 43229
Enrollment
342
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
342
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#2,626 of 3,441
In Columbus
#102 of 224
public schools
In district
#42 of 114
Columbus City Schools District
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About Forest Park Elementary School
Forest Park Elementary School is a public elementary school in Columbus, OH, part of Columbus City Schools District. Forest Park Elementary School serves approximately 342 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Forest Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,626 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Forest Park Elementary School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.1
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at Forest Park Elementary School 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 School — Students at Forest Park Elementary School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH 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: 5.2/10.
How Forest Park Elementary School Compares
See how Forest Park Elementary School 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
5535 Sandalwood Blvd, Columbus, OH 43229
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Forest Park Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Valley Forge Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Focus Learning Academy of Northern Columbus (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Parkmoor Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 43229 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,430
Median Home Value
$210,600
Median Rent
$1,082/mo
Population
54,237
College Educated
23.6%
Homeownership
40.5%
Avg Commute
21.1 min
Poverty Rate
21.9%
Median Age
33.5
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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 5th.
How many students attend Forest Park Elementary School?
Forest Park Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 342 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Forest Park Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Forest Park Elementary School is 19:1. 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 OH?
Forest Park Elementary School ranks #2,626 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Forest Park Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Forest Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 342
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Franklin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.6%
- Phone
- (614) 365-5337
Resources & Links
District
Columbus City Schools District- District Enrollment
- 45,181
- Schools in District
- 116
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,308
- District Rank
- #42 of 114
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