Serving 638 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Forest Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 638 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forest Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Forest Lake Elementary School's student population of 638 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
638 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. May 26, 2026
School Rankings
Forest Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest Lake Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#443 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
16%
14%
Black
53%
31%
White
22%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
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 Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Forest Lake Elementary School is ranked #443 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Forest Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Forest Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like E. L. Wright Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Forest Lake Elementary School?
638 students attend Forest Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Forest Lake Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forest Lake Elementary School?
Forest Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Forest Lake Elementary School offer ?
Forest Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Forest Lake Elementary School part of?
Forest Lake Elementary School is part of Richland 02 School District.
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