FOREST RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Forest Ridge Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Oak Creek-Franklin Joint School District school district, located in Oak Creek, WI with about 418 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. 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 27 teachers, Forest Ridge Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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 Ridge Elementary School is located in Oak Creek, Wisconsin, and serves as part of the Oak Creek-Franklin Joint School District. Situated in a suburban community just south of Milwaukee, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and the social-emotional development of its students. As an integral component of the district’s educational framework, Forest Ridge focuses on preparing young learners for success by utilizing modern curriculum standards and encouraging community involvement.
The school is known for its commitment to inclusive practices and individualized instruction, aiming to meet the diverse needs of its student body. Beyond the classroom, Forest Ridge prioritizes strong partnerships between educators, students, and families, creating a collaborative atmosphere that enhances the overall school experience. By leveraging the resources of the Oak Creek-Franklin Joint School District, the school provides students with access to a well-rounded education that includes opportunities for enrichment, technology integration, and character building within a safe and engaging setting.
For more information, contact Forest Ridge Elementary at (414) 574-4050 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Oak Creek, WI 53154
(414) 574-4050
http://www.ocfsd.org
FOREST RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Oak Creek, WI with about 418 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Wisconsin
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Oak Creek-Franklin Joint School District
- Total Students:
- 418
- Teachers:
- 27.45
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I targeted assistance school
- Virtual:
- Supplemental Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 418 students
- White
- 57.4%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 17.9%
- Asian
- 12.7%
- Black or African American
- 8.9%
- Two or more races
- 2.4%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.5%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 51.4%
- Male
- 48.6%
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.