Serving 684 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Forest Acres Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 684 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forest Acres Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Forest Acres Elementary School's student population of 684 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
684 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Forest Acres Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest Acres Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#293 out of 1154 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
8%
31%
White
73%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Acres Elementary School's ranking?
Forest Acres Elementary School is ranked #293 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Forest Acres Elementary School often compared to?
Forest Acres Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East End Elementary School, West End Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Forest Acres Elementary School?
684 students attend Forest Acres Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Forest Acres Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Forest Acres Elementary School?
Forest Acres Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Forest Acres Elementary School offer ?
Forest Acres Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Forest Acres Elementary School part of?
Forest Acres Elementary School is part of Pickens 01 School District.
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