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#276 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 3% in state

Forest Vista EL

Elementary School · LEWISVILLE ISD

900 FOREST VISTA DR, Flower Mound, TX 75028

Enrollment

568

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

9.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#276 of 8,552

In Flower Mound

#7 of 21

public schools

In district

#9 of 61

LEWISVILLE ISD

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Forest Vista EL

9.0/10

Elementary School in Flower Mound · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Forest Vista EL

Forest Vista EL is a public elementary school in Flower Mound, TX, part of LEWISVILLE ISD. Forest Vista EL serves approximately 568 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Forest Vista EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #276 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Forest Vista EL show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.5 pts above district
  • This school 9.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.5
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.42 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics9.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency71% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency82% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+27.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+27.7 pts
Overall Proficiency77% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)65% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+11.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile90th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,299
Chronic Absenteeism4.2%

Forest Vista EL — Students at Forest Vista EL score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

19.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 78.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 84.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
98%
ELA
98%
2010
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2011
Math
98%
ELA
97%
2012
Math
86%
ELA
93%
2013
Math
88%
ELA
90%
2014
Math
91%
ELA
92%
2015
Math
88%
ELA
93%
2016
Math
89%
ELA
94%
2017
Math
70%
ELA
73%
2018
Math
66%
ELA
73%
2019
Math
66%
ELA
73%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
59.5%
ELA
75.6%
2024
Math
71%
ELA
82%

* 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 Vista EL Compares

See how Forest Vista EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.0/10
97th percentile in TX
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
20%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
4.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

900 FOREST VISTA DR, Flower Mound, TX 75028

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Forest Vista EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BLUEBONNET EL (rated 9.2/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is GARDEN RIDGE EL (rated 8.8/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, STEM ACADEMY AT DONALD EL (rated 8.7/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Flower Mound, see our Flower Mound schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
KNOWLEDGE SEEKERS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lewisville 0.4 mi
GARDEN RIDGE EL Flower Mound 0.6 mi 8.8
MARJORY VICKERY EL Flower Mound 0.7 mi 6.4
STEM ACADEMY AT FORESTWOOD MIDDLE Flower Mound 0.7 mi 8.7
EXPLORATIONS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Flower Mound 0.9 mi 7.9
STEM ACADEMY AT HEDRICK MIDDLE Lewisville 1.1 mi 5.8
LEWISVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lewisville 1.5 mi
STEM ACADEMY AT DONALD EL Flower Mound 1.4 mi 8.7
LILLIE J JACKSON EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Lewisville 1.5 mi 5.2
PARKWAY EL Lewisville 1.5 mi 6.9
DEGAN EL Lewisville 1.8 mi 4.2
FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMY - LEWISVILLE Lewisville 1.5 mi 7.9
SHADOW RIDGE MIDDLE Flower Mound 1.8 mi 9.1
BLUEBONNET EL Flower Mound 1.8 mi 9.2
TIMBER CREEK EL Flower Mound 1.8 mi 7.5
LEWISVILLE H S Lewisville 1.8 mi 6.4
MONTESSORI EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Lewisville 2.0 mi
LEARNING CTR Lewisville 1.9 mi 5.2
LAMAR MIDDLE Flower Mound 2.3 mi 8.4
NORTH TEXAS COLLEGIATE ACADEMY-SOUTH CAMPUS Denton 2.0 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75028 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$147,040

Median Home Value

$458,100

Median Rent

$2,233/mo

Population

48,636

College Educated

62.3%

Homeownership

80.2%

Avg Commute

25.1 min

Poverty Rate

3.2%

Median Age

43.2

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CREEKSIDE FOREST EL The Woodlands, TX 9.0
FAIRFIELD EL Fairfield, TX 9.0
FOREST RIDGE College Station, TX 9.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Forest Vista EL

What grades does Forest Vista EL serve?

Forest Vista EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Forest Vista EL?

Forest Vista EL has an enrollment of approximately 568 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Forest Vista EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Forest Vista EL is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Forest Vista EL rank in TX?

Forest Vista EL ranks #276 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Forest Vista EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Forest Vista EL 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 Vista EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Forest Vista EL has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Forest Vista EL a charter school?

No, Forest Vista EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Forest Vista EL a Title I school?

No, Forest Vista EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Forest Vista EL?

19.5% of students at Forest Vista EL 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
568
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Free/Reduced Lunch
19.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Denton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
4.2%

District

LEWISVILLE ISD
District Enrollment
48,440
Schools in District
62
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,299
District Rank
#9 of 61

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