Forest Ridge Elementary School
Grades: PK-5
Students: 648
Type: Public
GreatSchools Rating
Student-Teacher
Ratio: 13:1
Student-Counselor
Ratio: 663:1
Certified Teachers: 99%
9550 Gorman Road
Laurel, MD 20723
Laurel, MD 20723
410-880-5950
Additional GreatSchools Ratings
6/10
4/10
NA
Academic ProgressNA
College Readiness6/10
Community Reviews
No Rating
As a parent, I couldn’t be happier with Forest Ridge Elementary School. From the moment you walk in, you feel the warmth and sense of community that makes this school special. The staff and leadership team truly care about every child—they go above and beyond to make sure students are safe, supporte
Posted by a parent on 9/7/2025I don’t know why this school is rated so low. I love Forest Ridge! The teachers are amazing, the curriculum is enriching and everybody shows devotion to their work whether they are a teacher or a student. My kids have been going to FRES for about 3 years now and I see a change in the way they’re lea
Posted by a parent on 10/28/2024I’ve taught at multiple schools in different counties and am so happy here. This will be my last stop as I love the staff, the community involvement with families, and the outstanding administration. The environment is warm and teachers support each other to give students the resources and enrichmen
Posted by a teacher on 4/1/2023I don't know why the rating of this school is so low. Our children have done phenomenally here, the teachers are amazing, as well as the administration and the facility. Other parents agree - talk to them!
Posted by a parent on 6/18/2019It was a fantastic 6 years for our son at FRES. From the teachers to the PTA, I cannot say anything other than "Thank You" for everything.
Posted by a parent on 8/6/2018Nearby Schools
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Laurel schools - Forest Ridge Elementary School is located at 9550 Gorman Road, Laurel MD 20723. Forest Ridge Elementary School is in the Howard County Public Schools. Forest Ridge Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels PK-5.
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