Below Average
#7480 of 8,552 schools in TX
Forest Lane Academy
Elementary School · RICHARDSON ISD
9663 FOREST LN, Dallas, TX 75243
Enrollment
552
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
552
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,480 of 8,552
In Dallas
#330 of 374
public schools
In district
#46 of 54
RICHARDSON ISD
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About Forest Lane Academy
Forest Lane Academy is a public elementary school in Dallas, TX, part of RICHARDSON ISD. Forest Lane Academy serves approximately 552 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Forest Lane Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #7,480 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Forest Lane Academy show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 6.3
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Forest Lane Academy 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 Lane Academy — Students at Forest Lane Academy score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX 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: 3.7/10.
How Forest Lane Academy Compares
See how Forest Lane Academy 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
9663 FOREST LN, Dallas, TX 75243
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Forest Lane Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MOSS HAVEN EL (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NORTHLAKE EL (rated 5.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SCOFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AIKIN EL Dallas | 0.3 mi | 2.7 |
| THURGOOD MARSHALL EL Dallas | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| AUDELIA CREEK EL Dallas | 0.8 mi | 2.3 |
| SKYVIEW EL Dallas | 0.8 mi | 2.9 |
| RICHLAND COLLEGIATE H S OF MATH SCIENCE ENGINEERIN Dallas | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - DALLAS NORTH Dallas | 1.0 mi | 3.0 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - DALLAS Dallas | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| FOREST MEADOW J H Dallas | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| FORESTRIDGE EL Dallas | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| AUTISM TREATMENT CENTER DAY SCHOOL PROGRAM Dallas | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| LIBERTY J H Dallas | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| RICHLAND EL Richardson | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| LAKE HIGHLANDS H S Dallas | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| MOSS HAVEN EL Dallas | 1.6 mi | 8.9 |
| CALVARY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Dallas | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| NORTHLAKE EL Dallas | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| CHRISTA MCAULIFFE LEARNING CENTER Richardson | 1.9 mi | 4.8 |
| SCOFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dallas | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| JJAEP Richardson | 2.0 mi | — |
| I A N T QURANIC ACADEMY Richardson | 2.0 mi | 9.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75243 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,357
Median Home Value
$359,100
Median Rent
$1,226/mo
Population
63,907
College Educated
34%
Homeownership
26.7%
Avg Commute
26.1 min
Poverty Rate
20.5%
Median Age
33.7
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| BARRON EL El Paso, TX | 4.1 |
| BRIDGEPORT INT Bridgeport, TX | 4.1 |
| BRUCE SHULKEY EL Fort Worth, TX | 4.1 |
| CEDAR RIDGE EL Waco, TX | 4.1 |
| COLLIER EL San Antonio, TX | 4.1 |
| COOPER EL Garland, TX | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Forest Lane Academy
What grades does Forest Lane Academy serve?
Forest Lane Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Forest Lane Academy?
Forest Lane Academy has an enrollment of approximately 552 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Forest Lane Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Forest Lane Academy is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Forest Lane Academy rank in TX?
Forest Lane Academy ranks #7,480 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Forest Lane Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Forest Lane Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Lane Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Forest Lane Academy has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Forest Lane Academy a charter school?
No, Forest Lane Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Forest Lane Academy a Title I school?
No, Forest Lane Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Forest Lane Academy?
94.6% of students at Forest Lane Academy 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 552
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.3%
- Phone
- (469) 593-1850
Resources & Links
District
RICHARDSON ISD- District Enrollment
- 37,085
- Schools in District
- 55
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,101
- District Rank
- #46 of 54
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