Average
#575 of 1,226 schools in OR
Top 47% in state
Fern Hill Elementary School
Elementary School · Forest Grove SD 15
4445 Heather St, Forest Grove, OR 97116
Enrollment
256
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
256
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oregon schools
#575 of 1,226
In Forest Grove
#3 of 8
public schools
In district
#4 of 10
Forest Grove SD 15
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Fern Hill Elementary School
Fern Hill Elementary School is a public elementary school in Forest Grove, OR, part of Forest Grove SD 15. Fern Hill Elementary School serves approximately 256 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Fern Hill Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #575 of 1,226 schools in OR.
Structured state assessment records for Fern Hill Elementary School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- OR avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at Fern Hill 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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Fern Hill Elementary School — Students at Fern Hill Elementary School score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)
Based on 26 test records from OR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.
How Fern Hill Elementary School Compares
See how Fern Hill Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4445 Heather St, Forest Grove, OR 97116
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fern Hill Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Paul L Patterson Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Hillsboro), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dilley Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Forest Grove Community School (rated 7.9/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Forest Grove, see our Forest Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97116 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,308
Median Home Value
$479,800
Median Rent
$1,397/mo
Population
29,598
College Educated
32.5%
Homeownership
64.8%
Avg Commute
28.8 min
Poverty Rate
12.6%
Median Age
35.6
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| Errol Hassell Elementary School Beaverton, OR | 6.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fern Hill Elementary School
What grades does Fern Hill Elementary School serve?
Fern Hill Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Fern Hill Elementary School?
Fern Hill Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 256 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fern Hill Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Fern Hill Elementary School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fern Hill Elementary School rank in OR?
Fern Hill Elementary School ranks #575 of 1,226 schools in OR.
What is Fern Hill Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Fern Hill 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 Fern Hill Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fern Hill Elementary School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Fern Hill Elementary School a charter school?
No, Fern Hill Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fern Hill Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Fern Hill Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fern Hill Elementary School?
64.8% of students at Fern Hill 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
- 256
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Washington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.3%
- Phone
- (503) 359-2550
Resources & Links
District
Forest Grove SD 15- District Enrollment
- 5,788
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,916
- District Rank
- #4 of 10
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