Forest Park Elementary School

5535 Sandalwood Blvd
Columbus, OH 43229
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2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 342 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Forest Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 342 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 93%
  • : Bottom 50% in OH
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

School Overview

Forest Park Elementary School's student population of 342 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
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Total Students
342 students
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Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
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Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

School Rankings

Forest Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest Park Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (OH)
#2570 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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25-29%
54%
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30-34%
60%
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25-29%
63%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
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Hispanic
29%
8%
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Black
50%
17%
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White
7%
66%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.66
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
5%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Forest Park Elementary School's ranking?
Forest Park Elementary School is ranked #2570 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Forest Park Elementary School often compared to?
Forest Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parkmoor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Forest Park Elementary School?
342 students attend Forest Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Forest Park Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forest Park Elementary School?
Forest Park Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Forest Park Elementary School offer ?
Forest Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Forest Park Elementary School part of?
Forest Park Elementary School is part of Columbus City Schools.
In what neighborhood is Forest Park Elementary School located?
Forest Park Elementary School is located in the Northland neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 25 other public schools located in Northland.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 342 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 93%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

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