Serving 384 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Forest Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Forest Elementary serves the northeast part of the Forest, VA area, covering approximately 21.6 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 7.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Forest Elementary School's student population of 384 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
384 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Forest Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#197 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85-89%
69%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
9%
8%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
5%
21%
White
71%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.2%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Elementary School's ranking?
Forest Elementary School is ranked #197 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Forest Elementary School often compared to?
Forest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas Jefferson Elementary School, New London Academy Elementary School, Otter River Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Forest Elementary School?
384 students attend Forest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Forest Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forest Elementary School?
Forest Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Forest Elementary School offer ?
Forest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Forest Elementary School part of?
Forest Elementary School is part of Bedford County School District.
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