Excellent
#24 of 3,441 schools in OH
Top 1% in state
Forestlawn Early Learning Center
Elementary School · Sheffield-Sheffield Lake City
3975 Forestlawn Ave, Sheffield Lake, OH 44054
Enrollment
179
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
9.6
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
179
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
9.6
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#24 of 3,441
In district
#1 of 5
Sheffield-Sheffield Lake City
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Forestlawn Early Learning Center
Elementary School in Sheffield Lake · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Forestlawn Early Learning Center
Forestlawn Early Learning Center is a public elementary school in Sheffield Lake, OH, part of Sheffield-Sheffield Lake City. Forestlawn Early Learning Center serves approximately 179 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Forestlawn Early Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 out of 10 and ranks #24 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Forestlawn Early Learning Center show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2014) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2014).
- This school 9.6 · Excellent
- District avg 7.5
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
At 179 students, Forestlawn Early Learning Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Forestlawn Early Learning Center — Students at Forestlawn Early Learning Center score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
33.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2013-14)
Based on 12 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 10.0/10.
How Forestlawn Early Learning Center Compares
See how Forestlawn Early Learning Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3975 Forestlawn Ave, Sheffield Lake, OH 44054
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Forestlawn Early Learning Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sheffield Academy (rated 7.7/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Sheffield Village), a more accessible option. Another option is Summit Academy Community School Alternative Learners-Lorain (rated 7.4/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Lorain), a more accessible option. Additionally, Brookside Intermediate School (rated 7.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Sheffield Village), a more accessible option. For more schools in Sheffield Lake, see our Sheffield Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44054 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,151
Median Home Value
$177,600
Median Rent
$1,059/mo
Population
12,733
College Educated
25.4%
Homeownership
75.8%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
9.4%
Median Age
45.8
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| Union Furnace Elementary School Union Furnace, OH | 9.6 |
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| Fort Jennings Elementary School Fort Jennings, OH | 9.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Forestlawn Early Learning Center
What grades does Forestlawn Early Learning Center serve?
Forestlawn Early Learning Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Forestlawn Early Learning Center?
Forestlawn Early Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 179 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Forestlawn Early Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Forestlawn Early Learning Center is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Forestlawn Early Learning Center rank in OH?
Forestlawn Early Learning Center ranks #24 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Forestlawn Early Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Forestlawn Early Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 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 Forestlawn Early Learning Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Forestlawn Early Learning Center has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2014) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2014).
Is Forestlawn Early Learning Center a charter school?
No, Forestlawn Early Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Forestlawn Early Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Forestlawn Early Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Forestlawn Early Learning Center?
33.5% of students at Forestlawn Early Learning Center 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 – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 179
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 33.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Lorain County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.2%
- Phone
- (440) 949-4238
Resources & Links
District
Sheffield-Sheffield Lake City- District Enrollment
- 1,548
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,832
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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