Serving 604 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, South Forrest Attendance Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 604 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Forrest Attendance Center's student population of 604 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
604 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Forrest Attendance Center ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Forrest Attendance Center is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#246 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
5%
45%
White
80%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Forrest Attendance Center's ranking?
South Forrest Attendance Center is ranked #246 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend South Forrest Attendance Center?
604 students attend South Forrest Attendance Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of South Forrest Attendance Center students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Forrest Attendance Center?
South Forrest Attendance Center has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Forrest Attendance Center offer ?
South Forrest Attendance Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Forrest Attendance Center part of?
South Forrest Attendance Center is part of Forrest County School District.
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