Very Good
#784 of 2,105 schools in WI
Top 37% in state
Based on limited data
Forrest Street Elementary School
Elementary School · Black River Falls School District
720 Forrest St, Black River Falls, WI 54615
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on WI statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
304
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
304
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#784 of 2,105
In Black River Falls
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Black River Falls School District
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Forrest Street Elementary School
Elementary School in Black River Falls · grades Pre-K – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Forrest Street Elementary School
Forrest Street Elementary School is a public elementary school in Black River Falls, WI, part of Black River Falls School District. Forrest Street Elementary School serves approximately 304 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Forrest Street Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #784 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- WI avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Forrest Street Elementary School Compares
See how Forrest Street Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
720 Forrest St, Black River Falls, WI 54615
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Forrest Street Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Herrman Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 24.2 miles away, in nearby Sparta), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Melrose-Mindoro Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 18.0 miles away, in nearby Melrose), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Blair-Taylor Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 17.8 miles away, in nearby Blair), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Black River Falls, see our Black River Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 21.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Red Creek Elementary Black River Falls | 0.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Black River Falls Middle Black River Falls | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Black River Falls High Black River Falls | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Lincoln Jr/Sr High School Alma Center | 9.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Lincoln Elementary Merrillan | 10.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Melrose-Mindoro Elementary Melrose | 18.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Melrose-Mindoro Junior/Senior High Melrose | 18.0 mi | 6.6 |
| BEAVER CREEK SCHOOL Ettrick | 15.2 mi | — |
| Innovations STEM Academy Sparta | 24.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Sparta Meadowview Middle Sparta | 24.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Herrman Elementary Sparta | 24.2 mi | 8.0 |
| ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Neillsville | 21.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Sparta High Sparta | 24.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Sparta Montessori School Sparta | 24.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Sparta Alternative Independent Learning School Sparta | 24.6 mi | 3.1 |
| Blair-Taylor Middle/High Blair | 17.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Blair-Taylor Elementary Blair | 17.8 mi | 7.5 |
| ST PATRICKS SCHOOL Sparta | 25.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Neillsville High Neillsville | 21.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Neillsville Elementary Neillsville | 21.9 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 54615 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,391
Median Home Value
$190,200
Median Rent
$782/mo
Population
11,054
College Educated
15.8%
Homeownership
71.8%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
14.1%
Median Age
42.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACE Alliance Charter Elementary Neenah, WI | 7.2 |
| Brookwood Elementary Genoa City, WI | 7.2 |
| Eagle Point Elementary Deforest, WI | 7.2 |
| Florence Elementary Florence, WI | 7.2 |
| Greenwood Elementary Greenwood, WI | 7.2 |
| Highland Community School Milwaukee, WI | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Forrest Street Elementary School
What grades does Forrest Street Elementary School serve?
Forrest Street Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Forrest Street Elementary School?
Forrest Street Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 304 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Forrest Street Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Forrest Street Elementary School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Forrest Street Elementary School rank in WI?
Forrest Street Elementary School ranks #784 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Forrest Street Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Forrest Street Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Forrest Street Elementary School a charter school?
No, Forrest Street Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Forrest Street Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Forrest Street Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Forrest Street Elementary School?
57.6% of students at Forrest Street Elementary 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
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 304
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.4%
- Phone
- (715) 284-9406
Resources & Links
District
Black River Falls School District- District Enrollment
- 1,603
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,316
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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