Serving 472 students in grades 1-5, Forest Hills 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 20% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 472 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Forest Hills Elementary School's student population of 472 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
472 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Where PAWSome Things Happen
School Rankings
Forest Hills 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 Forest Hills Elementary School is 0.63, which is less 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
#989 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
49%
31%
White
36%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.3%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Forest Hills Elementary School is ranked #989 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Forest Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Forest Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hendersonville Elementary School, Northside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Forest Hills Elementary School?
472 students attend Forest Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Forest Hills Elementary School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forest Hills Elementary School?
Forest Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Forest Hills Elementary School offer ?
Forest Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Forest Hills Elementary School part of?
Forest Hills Elementary School is part of Colleton 01 School District.
In what neighborhood is Forest Hills Elementary School located?
Forest Hills Elementary School is located in the Forest Hills neighborhood of Walterboro, SC.
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