Forest Park Elementary School

Forest Park Elementary School

Public Elementary School | Grade K-4
100 Forest Dr,  Albany, NY
South Colonie Central School District
4.7
291 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Principal - Ms. Jill Penn
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Math Proficiency
52%
Reading Proficiency
57%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
A
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
57%
Math Proficiency
52%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
25
Full Time Teachers
25
Teachers in First or Second Year
13.7%

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
4%
State Average
20%
Math
10%
State Average
22%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Student Diversity

Female
51%
Male
49%
White
53.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
17.8%
Two or more races
9.9%
Hispanic
9.5%
Black
9.2%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
4.7 4 Reviews
5.0 parent
4/16/2015
My husband and I feel very lucky that our 2 children attend Forest Park. The teachers my kids have had go above and beyond and are very kind and loving. I've also been very impressed with the communication between teachers/parents. My kids love going to school every day and that makes us very happy!...
4.0 parent
7/17/2011
I currently have two children at Forest Park School. The teachers and staff are great. I wish there was just a little bit more effort to get the parents involved in the school activities though. Sometimes it feels as though your not wanted there. Example: Unable to bring birthday cupcakes directly t...
5.0 other
4/18/2010
It's in my neighborhood, it's friendly and neat, and it's where I vote!
other
4/14/2010
I love Forest Park because it is a small school and every kid matters. Kids do not get 'lost in the shuffle' like they do a bigger schools. Everyone at Forest Park from the principal to the custodian cares about the kids.

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Forest Park Elementary School is a public school for students in grades K-4 in Albany, NY, in the Colonie neighborhood, and is served by the South Colonie Central School District in New York. The school has a total enrollment of 291 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Academic records show that 52% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 57% are proficient in reading. Forest Park Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $296,824. Discover additional schools in the area, like Colonie Central High School, Tech Valley High School, Christian Brothers Academy, and more. Learn more about what Albany has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Forest Park Elementary School.

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