FOREST PARK MAGNET SCHOOL

FOREST PARK MAGNET SCHOOL is a Title I public middle school that is part of the LONGVIEW ISD school district, located in LONGVIEW, TX with about 478 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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 43 teachers, FOREST PARK MAGNET SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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 MAGNET SCHOOL, located at 1644 N. Eastman Rd. in Longview, Texas, is a specialized elementary campus within the Longview Independent School District. As a magnet school, it is designed to offer a unique educational focus, often emphasizing specific areas like fine arts, STEM, or inquiry-based learning, which distinguishes it from traditional neighborhood schools. The school serves the local community by providing a rigorous academic environment intended to challenge students while fostering creativity and critical thinking skills in a diverse setting.

The school is well-regarded for its commitment to student engagement and personalized instruction, utilizing the magnet program model to attract families who are looking for specialized learning pathways. By integrating its core curriculum with its magnet theme, Forest Park aims to prepare its students for future academic success and lifelong learning. The facility serves as a central hub for the East Texas community, reflecting Longview ISD’s broader initiative to provide equitable, high-quality educational choices for all children within the district.

For more information, contact FOREST PARK MAGNET SCHOOL at (903) 446-2510 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.