Overview

Forest Elementary School is a public school in Des Plaines, IL, offering a Gifted & Talented program and Project Lead The Way curriculum. It is one of 9 elementary schools in Community Consolidated School District 62.
This school supports strong academic outcomes for all students. Learn more.

School Rating

Forest Elementary School is performing above average compared to public and charter schools in Illinois with the same grade levels.
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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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Courses & Programs

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Teachers & Staff

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About the School

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4 Reviews
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Neighborhood

1375 S 5th Ave
Des Plaines, IL 60018
School leader: Ms Amber Soike
(847) 824-1380
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