Very Good
#704 of 2,105 schools in WI
Top 33% in state
Forest Ridge Elementary
Elementary School · Oak Creek-Franklin Joint School District
2200 W Drexel Ave, Oak Creek, WI 53154
Enrollment
422
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
422
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#704 of 2,105
In Oak Creek
#7 of 11
public schools
In district
#7 of 11
Oak Creek-Franklin Joint School District
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Forest Ridge Elementary
Elementary School in Oak Creek · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Forest Ridge Elementary
Forest Ridge Elementary is a public elementary school in Oak Creek, WI, part of Oak Creek-Franklin Joint School District. Forest Ridge Elementary serves approximately 422 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Forest Ridge Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #704 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Forest Ridge Elementary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 7.6
- WI avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Forest Ridge Elementary — Students at Forest Ridge Elementary score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 20 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.3/10.
How Forest Ridge Elementary Compares
See how Forest Ridge Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2200 W Drexel Ave, Oak Creek, WI 53154
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Forest Ridge Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Highland View Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Greendale), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Pleasant View Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Franklin), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Cedar Hills Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Oak Creek, see our Oak Creek schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oak Creek West Middle Oak Creek | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Early Learning Academy Oak Creek | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| BADGER STATE BAPTIST SCHOOL Oak Creek | 1.1 mi | 9.0 |
| Cedar Hills Elementary Oak Creek | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Pleasant View Elementary Franklin | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Southwood Glen Elementary Franklin | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| OUR FATHER'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Greenfield | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Victory Elementary Milwaukee | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Franklin High Franklin | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| IDEAL Milwaukee | 2.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Garland Elementary Milwaukee | 2.6 mi | 3.6 |
| Oak Creek High Oak Creek | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Franklin | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Edgewood Elementary Oak Creek | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Cooper Elementary Milwaukee | 3.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Highland View Elementary Greendale | 2.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Time 4 Learning Charter School Greendale | 2.9 mi | 3.3 |
| Elm Dale Elementary Greenfield | 3.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Shepard Hills Elementary Oak Creek | 3.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Reagan College Preparatory High Milwaukee | 3.5 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53154 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$93,120
Median Home Value
$305,100
Median Rent
$1,397/mo
Population
36,473
College Educated
38.4%
Homeownership
59.4%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
4.4%
Median Age
38.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Clinton Elementary Clinton, WI | 7.4 |
| Cooper Elementary Milwaukee, WI | 7.4 |
| Cooper Elementary Superior, WI | 7.4 |
| County Line Elementary Germantown, WI | 7.4 |
| Dr Virginia Henderson Elementary School Madison, WI | 7.4 |
| Elvehjem Elementary Madison, WI | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Forest Ridge Elementary
What grades does Forest Ridge Elementary serve?
Forest Ridge Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Forest Ridge Elementary?
Forest Ridge Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 422 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Forest Ridge Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Forest Ridge Elementary is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Forest Ridge Elementary rank in WI?
Forest Ridge Elementary ranks #704 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Forest Ridge Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Forest Ridge Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Ridge Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Forest Ridge Elementary has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).
Is Forest Ridge Elementary a charter school?
No, Forest Ridge Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Forest Ridge Elementary a Title I school?
No, Forest Ridge Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Forest Ridge Elementary?
49.5% of students at Forest Ridge 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 422
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Milwaukee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.4%
- Phone
- (414) 574-4050
Resources & Links
District
Oak Creek-Franklin Joint School District- District Enrollment
- 6,527
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,568
- District Rank
- #7 of 11
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