Serving 1,709 students in grades 5-8, Forestview Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 1,709 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Forestview Middle School's student population of 1,709 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 113 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,709 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
113 teachers
School Rankings
Forestview Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forestview Middle School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#587 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
90%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forestview Middle School's ranking?
Forestview Middle School is ranked #587 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Forestview Middle School often compared to?
Forestview Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brainerd Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Forestview Middle School?
1,709 students attend Forestview Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Forestview Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Forestview Middle School?
Forestview Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Forestview Middle School offer ?
Forestview Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Forestview Middle School part of?
Forestview Middle School is part of Brainerd ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School District.
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