FOREST PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Forest Park Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Fort Wayne Community Schools school district, located in Fort Wayne, IN with about 591 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 31 teachers, Forest Park Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Forest Park Elementary School is a public school located in the North Highlands neighborhood of Fort Wayne, Indiana, serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the Fort Wayne Community Schools (FWCS) district, the school is situated in a historic residential area, which plays a central role in its identity. The campus is known for its traditional brick architecture and its commitment to fostering a supportive community environment for its diverse student body.

Academically, Forest Park focuses on foundational literacy and mathematics, complemented by various programs designed to meet the unique needs of its learners. The school emphasizes character development and parental involvement, striving to create an engaging learning atmosphere that prepares students for success in middle school. By integrating community values with district-wide standards, Forest Park Elementary remains a focal point for families in the 46805 zip code, aiming to provide a stable and enriching educational start for its young students.

For more information, contact Forest Park Elementary School at (260) 467-6850 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2004 Alabama Ave
Fort Wayne, IN 46805-4490
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FOREST PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Fort Wayne, IN with about 591 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Indiana

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
591
Teachers:
31.5
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 591 students

White
35.0%
Black or African American
25.5%
Asian
16.4%
Two or more races
11.3%
Hispanic/Latino
11.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
49.2%
Male
50.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.