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Forest Heights Elementary

2500 Blue Ridge Terrace, Columbia, SC 29203, United States
+1 (803) 691-3780
2.2
Overall Rating

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Forest Heights Elementary Overview

About This School

Forest Heights Elementary is a public elementary in Columbia, South Carolina, serving 435 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate 22% proficiency in ELA and 22% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 36 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $81,778. One counselor is available to support the student body. Students at the school are 48% male and 52% female. The demographic makeup includes 72% Black, 18% Hispanic, 6% Two or More Races, and 4% White students.

435
Total Students
PK-5
12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
36 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts22%
Mathematics22%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
PK-5
County
Richland County
Students per Counselor
435:1

Forest Heights Elementary Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

22%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 45%State Avg: 52%
22%
Mathematics
City Avg: 33%State Avg: 42%
N/A
Science

Class Information

12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 12.8:1
State Avg: 13.4:1
435
Students per Counselor

Forest Heights Elementary Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
36

Average Teacher Salary

$81,778
City Avg: $77,528
State Avg: $67,340

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Students per Counselor435:1

Forest Heights Elementary Student Demographics

Student Body

48.28%
Male
51.72%
Female
Total Enrollment: 435 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White4.14%
Hispanic17.7%
Asian0%
Black72.18%
Two or More Races5.98%
Native American0%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Forest Heights Elementary

Q: What is Forest Heights Elementary?

A: Forest Heights Elementary is a elementary public located in Columbia.

Q: How many students attend Forest Heights Elementary?

A: Forest Heights Elementary has approximately 435 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Forest Heights Elementary?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Forest Heights Elementary is 12:1.

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Detailed Information about Forest Heights Elementary

Forest Heights Elementary is a public elementary in Columbia, South Carolina, serving 435 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate 22% proficiency in ELA and 22% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 36 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $81,778. One counselor is available to support the student body. Students at the school are 48% male and 52% female. The demographic makeup includes 72% Black, 18% Hispanic, 6% Two or More Races, and 4% White students.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Forest Heights Elementary - Columbia, SC

Quick Facts about Forest Heights Elementary
School NameForest Heights Elementary
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsPK-5
Location2500 Blue Ridge Terrace, Columbia, SC 29203, Columbia, SC
CountyRichland County
Phone+1 (803) 691-3780
Total Students435
Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Full-Time Teachers36
Rating2.2/10
ELA Proficiency22%
Math Proficiency22%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Forest Heights Elementary

What is Forest Heights Elementary?

Forest Heights Elementary is a elementary public located in Columbia.

How many students attend Forest Heights Elementary?

Forest Heights Elementary has approximately 435 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Forest Heights Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Forest Heights Elementary is 12:1.

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