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#1174 of 2,105 schools in WI
Forest Home Elementary
Elementary School · Milwaukee School District
1516 W Forest Home Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53204
Enrollment
537
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
537
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,174 of 2,105
In Milwaukee
#35 of 176
public schools
In district
#21 of 154
Milwaukee School District
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Forest Home Elementary
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About Forest Home Elementary
Forest Home Elementary is a public elementary school in Milwaukee, WI, part of Milwaukee School District. Forest Home Elementary serves approximately 537 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Forest Home Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,174 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Forest Home Elementary show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 4.8
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Forest Home Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
41% of students at Forest Home Elementary 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 Home Elementary — Students at Forest Home Elementary score 17% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 16%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 34 test records from WI 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: 6.9/10.
How Forest Home Elementary Compares
See how Forest Home Elementary 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
1516 W Forest Home Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53204
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Forest Home Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bruce Guadalupe (rated 7.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Stellar Collegiate Charter School (rated 7.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHRIST-ST PETER LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| South Accelerated Academy Milwaukee | 0.2 mi | 6.1 |
| South Division High Milwaukee | 0.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Hayes Bilingual School Milwaukee | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Milwaukee | 0.4 mi | 3.8 |
| NOTRE DAME SCHOOL OF MILWAUKEE Milwaukee | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| NOTRE DAME SCHOOL OF MILWAUKEE Milwaukee | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Lincoln Avenue Elementary Milwaukee | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Mitchell Elementary Milwaukee | 0.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Carmen Middle School South Milwaukee | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Allen-Field Elementary Milwaukee | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Kagel Elementary Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| CHRIST-ST PETER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Stellar Collegiate Charter School Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| ST JOSAPHAT PARISH SCHOOL Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Longfellow Elementary Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Rogers Street Academy Milwaukee | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| CRISTO REY JESUIT MILWAUKEE HIGH SCHOOL Milwaukee | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Bruce Guadalupe Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Grandview High Milwaukee | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| United Community Center Acosta Middle School Milwaukee | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,645
Median Home Value
$106,000
Median Rent
$964/mo
Population
40,008
College Educated
14.6%
Homeownership
26.4%
Avg Commute
20.9 min
Poverty Rate
32.6%
Median Age
29.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Creekside Elementary Sun Prairie, WI | 6.2 |
| EVERGREEN ACADEMY Racine, WI | 6.2 |
| Franklin Elementary Manitowoc, WI | 6.2 |
| Jackson Elementary Manitowoc, WI | 6.2 |
| Milwaukee German Immersion Milwaukee, WI | 6.2 |
| Pleasant Prairie Elementary Pleasant Prairie, WI | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Forest Home Elementary
What grades does Forest Home Elementary serve?
Forest Home Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Forest Home Elementary?
Forest Home Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 537 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Forest Home Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Forest Home Elementary is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Forest Home Elementary rank in WI?
Forest Home Elementary ranks #1,174 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Forest Home Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Forest Home Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Home Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Forest Home Elementary has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Forest Home Elementary a charter school?
No, Forest Home Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Forest Home Elementary a Title I school?
No, Forest Home Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Forest Home Elementary?
95.7% of students at Forest Home Elementary 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 537
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Milwaukee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.0%
- Phone
- (414) 902-6200
Resources & Links
District
Milwaukee School District- District Enrollment
- 66,864
- Schools in District
- 156
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,815
- District Rank
- #21 of 154
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