Excellent
#247 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 3% in state
Forest Ridge
Elementary School · COLLEGE STATION ISD
1950 GREENS PRAIRIE RD W, College Station, TX 77845
Enrollment
498
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
498
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#247 of 8,552
In College Station
#1 of 19
public schools
In district
#1 of 19
COLLEGE STATION ISD
Academic performance
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Forest Ridge
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About Forest Ridge
Forest Ridge is a public elementary school in College Station, TX, part of COLLEGE STATION ISD. Forest Ridge serves approximately 498 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Forest Ridge has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #247 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Forest Ridge show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.2
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Forest Ridge — Students at Forest Ridge score 73% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
27.7%
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: 9.1/10.
How Forest Ridge Compares
See how Forest Ridge 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
1950 GREENS PRAIRIE RD W, College Station, TX 77845
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Forest Ridge may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RIVER BEND EL (rated 8.9/10, 3.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is SPRING CREEK EL (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, GREENS PRAIRIE EL (rated 8.3/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in College Station, see our College Station schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF COLLEGE STATION College Station | 0.9 mi | — |
| COLLEGE STATION H S College Station | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| SPRING CREEK EL College Station | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| PEBBLE CREEK EL College Station | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| TRADITIONS MONTESSORI SCHOOL College Station | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| CREEK VIEW EL College Station | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| ILTEXAS COLLEGE STATION EL Richardson | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| ILTEXAS COLLEGE STATION MIDDLE Richardson | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| CYPRESS GROVE INT College Station | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| GREENS PRAIRIE EL College Station | 2.4 mi | 8.3 |
| WELLBORN MIDDLE College Station | 2.3 mi | 8.8 |
| PECAN TRAIL INT College Station | 2.5 mi | 8.3 |
| COLLEGE STATION MIDDLE College Station | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| ROCK PRAIRIE EL College Station | 2.8 mi | 5.9 |
| COVENANT PRESBYTERIAN DAY SCHOOL College Station | 2.8 mi | — |
| SOUTHWOOD VALLEY EL College Station | 3.3 mi | 5.7 |
| RIVER BEND EL College Station | 3.4 mi | 8.9 |
| A & M CONS H S College Station | 4.0 mi | 6.9 |
| ILTEXAS AGGIELAND H S Richardson | 4.2 mi | 6.6 |
| COLLEGE STATION JJAEP College Station | 4.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77845 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,434
Median Home Value
$349,900
Median Rent
$1,384/mo
Population
74,612
College Educated
61.3%
Homeownership
63.8%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Median Age
32.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Forest Ridge
What grades does Forest Ridge serve?
Forest Ridge serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Forest Ridge?
Forest Ridge has an enrollment of approximately 498 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Forest Ridge?
The student-teacher ratio at Forest Ridge is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Forest Ridge rank in TX?
Forest Ridge ranks #247 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Forest Ridge's MySchoolScout rating?
Forest Ridge has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Ridge?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Forest Ridge has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Forest Ridge a charter school?
No, Forest Ridge is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Forest Ridge a Title I school?
No, Forest Ridge is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Forest Ridge?
27.7% of students at Forest Ridge 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
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 498
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 27.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Brazos County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.6%
- Phone
- (979) 694-5801
Resources & Links
District
COLLEGE STATION ISD- District Enrollment
- 14,366
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,959
- District Rank
- #1 of 19
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