Serving 152 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Green Forest Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 152 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Green Forest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Green Forest Elementary School's student population of 152 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
152 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Green Forest Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Green Forest Elementary School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#74 out of 2076 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Hispanic
2%
9%
White
98%
67%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Green Forest Elementary School's ranking?
Green Forest Elementary School is ranked #74 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Green Forest Elementary School often compared to?
Green Forest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Green Forest Elementary School?
152 students attend Green Forest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Green Forest Elementary School students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Green Forest Elementary School?
Green Forest Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Green Forest Elementary School offer ?
Green Forest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Green Forest Elementary School part of?
Green Forest Elementary School is part of Green Forest R-II School District.
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