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Forest Lake Elementary

6801 Brookfield Road, Columbia, SC 29206, United States
+1 (803) 782-0470
5.4
Overall Rating

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Forest Lake Elementary Overview

About This School

Forest Lake Elementary is a public elementary in Columbia, South Carolina, serving 652 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 56% in ELA and 51% in math. The school maintains a 13:1 student-teacher ratio with 49 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $70,217. The student body is composed of 51% female and 49% male students. Regarding ethnicity, the population includes 56% Black, 18% Hispanic, 17% White, 6% Two or More Races, and 3% Asian students.

652
Total Students
PK-5
13:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
49 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts56%
Mathematics51%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
PK-5
County
Richland County
Students per Counselor
652:1

Forest Lake Elementary Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

56%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 45%State Avg: 52%
51%
Mathematics
City Avg: 33%State Avg: 42%
N/A
Science

Class Information

13:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 12.8:1
State Avg: 13.4:1
652
Students per Counselor

Forest Lake Elementary Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
49

Average Teacher Salary

$70,217
City Avg: $77,528
State Avg: $67,340

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Students per Counselor652:1

Forest Lake Elementary Student Demographics

Student Body

48.93%
Male
51.07%
Female
Total Enrollment: 652 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White17.33%
Hispanic17.94%
Asian3.07%
Black55.67%
Two or More Races5.83%
Native American0%

Forest Lake Elementary Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Forest Lake Elementary

Q: What is Forest Lake Elementary?

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

Q: How many students attend Forest Lake Elementary?

A: Forest Lake Elementary has approximately 652 students enrolled.

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

A: The student-teacher ratio at Forest Lake Elementary is 13:1.

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Detailed Information about Forest Lake Elementary

Forest Lake Elementary is a public elementary in Columbia, South Carolina, serving 652 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 56% in ELA and 51% in math. The school maintains a 13:1 student-teacher ratio with 49 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $70,217. The student body is composed of 51% female and 49% male students. Regarding ethnicity, the population includes 56% Black, 18% Hispanic, 17% White, 6% Two or More Races, and 3% Asian students.

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

Quick Facts about Forest Lake Elementary
School NameForest Lake Elementary
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsPK-5
Location6801 Brookfield Road, Columbia, SC 29206, Columbia, SC
CountyRichland County
Phone+1 (803) 782-0470
Total Students652
Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Full-Time Teachers49
Rating5.4/10
ELA Proficiency56%
Math Proficiency51%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Forest Lake Elementary

What is Forest Lake Elementary?

Forest Lake Elementary is a elementary public located in Columbia.

How many students attend Forest Lake Elementary?

Forest Lake Elementary has approximately 652 students enrolled.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Forest Lake Elementary is 13:1.

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