Serving 565 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 13:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 565 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- 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 565 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
565 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 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 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. 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
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
5%
Black
6%
47%
White
81%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
565 students attend South Forrest Attendance Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of South Forrest Attendance Center students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Forrest Attendance Center?
South Forrest Attendance Center has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
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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