Excellent
#925 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 11% in state
Forest Park Magnet School
Middle School · LONGVIEW ISD
P O BOX 3268, Longview, TX 75606
Enrollment
465
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
8.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
465
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
8.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#925 of 8,552
In Longview
#9 of 25
public schools
In district
#6 of 13
LONGVIEW ISD
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Forest Park Magnet School
Forest Park Magnet School is a public middle school in Longview, TX, part of LONGVIEW ISD. Forest Park Magnet School serves approximately 465 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Forest Park Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #925 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Forest Park Magnet School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 8.9
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Forest Park Magnet School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Forest Park Magnet School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Forest Park Magnet School — Students at Forest Park Magnet School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.1%
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: 8.7/10.
How Forest Park Magnet School Compares
See how Forest Park Magnet 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
P O BOX 3268, Longview, TX 75606
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Forest Park Magnet School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. FOSTER MIDDLE (rated 8.8/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LONGVIEW H S (rated 8.7/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ST MARY S CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Longview, see our Longview schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Longview | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| DAN CHADWICK CAMPUS Longview | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| LONGVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Longview | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| J L EVERHART MAGNET EL Longview | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| ALPINE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Longview | 1.2 mi | — |
| EAST TEXAS MONTESSORI PREP ACADEMY Longview | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| HALLSVILLE WEST EL Hallsville | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| TRINITY SCHOOL OF TEXAS Longview | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| THE PREP SCHOOL Longview | 1.7 mi | — |
| JUVENILE DETENT CTR Longview | 1.9 mi | — |
| ST MARY S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Longview | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| BRAMLETTE STEAM ACADEMY Longview | 1.8 mi | 8.3 |
| SCHOOL FOR LITTLE CHILDREN Longview | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| PRESBYTERIAN CHILDRENS CENTER Longview | 2.3 mi | — |
| WEE LEARN CENTER Longview | 2.4 mi | — |
| LEAD ACADEMY H S Longview | 2.6 mi | 8.6 |
| LONGVIEW H S Longview | 2.6 mi | 8.7 |
| CLARENCE W BAILEY EL Longview | 2.9 mi | 5.0 |
| UT TYLER UNIVERSITY ACADEMY AT LONGVIEW Longview | 2.9 mi | 8.6 |
| FOSTER MIDDLE Longview | 3.1 mi | 8.8 |
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|---|---|
| BULLARD MIDDLE Bullard, TX | 8.4 |
| IDEA HARLINGEN COLLEGE PREPARATORY Harlingen, TX | 8.4 |
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| SUDIE L WILLIAMS TALENTED AND GIFTED ACADEMY Dallas, TX | 8.4 |
| BIG SPRING INT Big Spring, TX | 8.3 |
| BULLARD INT Bullard, TX | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Forest Park Magnet School
What grades does Forest Park Magnet School serve?
Forest Park Magnet School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Forest Park Magnet School?
Forest Park Magnet School has an enrollment of approximately 465 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Forest Park Magnet School?
The student-teacher ratio at Forest Park Magnet School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Forest Park Magnet School rank in TX?
Forest Park Magnet School ranks #925 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Forest Park Magnet School's MySchoolScout rating?
Forest Park Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Magnet School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Forest Park Magnet School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Forest Park Magnet School a charter school?
Yes, Forest Park Magnet School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Forest Park Magnet School a Title I school?
No, Forest Park Magnet School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Forest Park Magnet School?
93.1% of students at Forest Park Magnet 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 465
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Gregg County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 4.5%
- Phone
- (903) 446-2510
Resources & Links
District
LONGVIEW ISD- District Enrollment
- 8,104
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,251
- District Rank
- #6 of 13
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