Serving 557 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Knapp Forest Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Knapp Forest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Knapp Forest Elementary School's student population of 557 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
557 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Knapp Forest Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Knapp Forest Elementary School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#43 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
83%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Knapp Forest Elementary School's ranking?
Knapp Forest Elementary School is ranked #43 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Knapp Forest Elementary School often compared to?
Knapp Forest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meadow Brook Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Knapp Forest Elementary School?
557 students attend Knapp Forest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Knapp Forest Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Knapp Forest Elementary School?
Knapp Forest Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Knapp Forest Elementary School offer ?
Knapp Forest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Knapp Forest Elementary School part of?
Knapp Forest Elementary School is part of Forest Hills Public Schools.
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