Forest Ridge

1950 GREENS PRAIRIE RD W COLLEGE STATION TX 77845

Top 10% School in Texas

Ranked 5 of 182 in Texas

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About Forest Ridge

Forest Ridge Elementary School is one of the most highly regarded Elementary Schools when it comes to academics and community support within the state of Texas. The school serves about 500 students in grades PK–4. It boasts a colleague-like learning environment with one of the lowest student-teacher ratios in the community at 13:1 that helps every child succeed. About 80% of students score proficient or above, significantly higher than state averages in both math and reading. The community is diverse and inclusive, and students learn, create, and lead together through a commitment to community. Families in the Forest Ridge area have a great quality of life with an average home price around $651,000 that reflects the desirability of location in the College Station ISD. The high level of academic success and commitment to community keeps Forest Ridge Elementary School setting the standard for excellence among the Elementary Schools in Texas.

Contact Information

Address

1950 GREENS PRAIRIE RD W COLLEGE STATION TX 77845

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Phone

(979) 694-5801

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 80%
Reading 80%
State average proficiency is 80% in Math and 80% in Reading.
38
Full-time Teachers
13 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
498
Total Students
$51100
Avg. Teacher Salary

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TOP 5 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Forest Ridge

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

School Ratings

Ranked

5

of 182 in Texas

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:40 AM - 3:05 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:25 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 60.1%
Asian 11.1%
Hispanic 15.4%
Black 10.5%
Two+ Races 2.9%
Native Am. 0%
White
60.1%
Asian
11.1%
Hispanic
15.4%
Black
10.5%
Two+ Races
2.9%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 498
44.2%
220 Female
55.8%
278 Male

Student Population

498 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 13 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

516 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Latest News

Forest Ridge Elementary currently holds the rank of #110 in elementary schools in Texas. The ranking is based on scores on state mandated tests, graduation rates, and overall academic preparation for high school.

FAQ

Q1: What is the type of things Forest Ridge Elementary focuses on?

A: Forest Ridge aims for every child to grow academically and as a person. We aim for the school to be a place where every kid can do their best.

Q2: What does Forest Ridge do with the community?

A: The school has events and partners with local organizations to involve families and strengthen the local community.

Q3: How does Forest Ridge support its teachers?

A: Teachers are given professional learning and opportunities for growth to continuously improve their craft and support student success.

Q4: What kind of support is there for diverse learners at Forest Ridge?

A: Forest Ridge makes accommodations, utilizes varied instructional practices, and offers programs to support all students regardless of their needs.

Q5: How does Forest Ridge address student behavior?

A: The school implements and encourages positive behaviors such as responsibility and respect to promote a safe learning environment.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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