Serving 321 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Forest Park Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
 - Enrollment: 321 students
 - Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
 - Minority Enrollment: 43%
 - Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in OR
 - Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
 - Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
 - Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
 - Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
 
Top Rankings
Forest Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Forest Park Elementary School's student population of 321 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
321 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Forest Park Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest Park Elementary School is 0.61, which is  more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#9 out of 1174 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
22%
4%
Hispanic
5%
26%
Black
2%
3%
White
57%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
14%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Park Elementary School's ranking?
Forest Park Elementary School is ranked #9 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Forest Park Elementary School often compared to?
Forest Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Findley Elementary School, Raleigh Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Forest Park Elementary School?
321 students attend Forest Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Forest Park Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forest Park Elementary School?
Forest Park Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Forest Park Elementary School offer ?
Forest Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Forest Park Elementary School part of?
Forest Park Elementary School is part of Portland School District 1j.
In what neighborhood is Forest Park Elementary School located?
Forest Park Elementary School is located in the Northwest Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 3 other public schools located in Northwest Portland.
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