Serving 925 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Devon Forest Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 925 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Devon Forest Elementary serves the southwest part of Johns Island, SC, covering an area of approximately 2.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Devon Forest Elementary School's student population of 925 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
925 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Devon Forest Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Devon Forest Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#905 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
21%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
37%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.7%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Devon Forest Elementary School's ranking?
Devon Forest Elementary School is ranked #905 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Devon Forest Elementary School often compared to?
Devon Forest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sangaree Elementary School, Cane Bay Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Devon Forest Elementary School?
925 students attend Devon Forest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Devon Forest Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Devon Forest Elementary School?
Devon Forest Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Devon Forest Elementary School offer ?
Devon Forest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Devon Forest Elementary School part of?
Devon Forest Elementary School is part of Berkeley 01 School District.
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