Carolina Forest Elementary School serves 723 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
Carolina Forest Elementary School placed in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 723 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carolina Forest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Carolina Forest Elementary School's student population of 723 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
723 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carolina Forest Elementary School is ranked within the top 30% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Carolina Forest Elementary School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#751 out of 2568 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
20%
20%
Black
24%
25%
White
38%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carolina Forest Elementary School's ranking?
Carolina Forest Elementary School is ranked #751 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Carolina Forest Elementary School?
723 students attend Carolina Forest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Carolina Forest Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carolina Forest Elementary School?
Carolina Forest Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carolina Forest Elementary School offer ?
Carolina Forest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Carolina Forest Elementary School part of?
Carolina Forest Elementary School is part of Onslow County Schools School District.
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