Serving 397 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Forrestal Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forrestal Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Forrestal Elementary School's student population of 397 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
397 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1950
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
School Rankings
Forrestal Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forrestal Elementary School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3352 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
46%
28%
Black
35%
16%
White
12%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forrestal Elementary School's ranking?
Forrestal Elementary School is ranked #3352 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Forrestal Elementary School?
397 students attend Forrestal Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Forrestal Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forrestal Elementary School?
Forrestal Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Forrestal Elementary School offer ?
Forrestal Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Forrestal Elementary School part of?
Forrestal Elementary School is part of North Chicago School District 187.
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