Serving 677 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 65% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). 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 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 677 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 65% (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 677 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
677 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Forest Acres Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest Acres Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#264 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
11%
15%
Black
7%
31%
White
70%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Acres Elementary School's ranking?
Forest Acres Elementary School is ranked #264 out of 1,118 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?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% 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?
677 students attend Forest Acres Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Forest Acres Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 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 15:1, 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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