Serving 719 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lake Forest Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 719 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Forest Hills Elementary School is located in the northern part of Augusta, GA, serving an attendance zone of approximately 5.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake Forest Hills Elementary School's student population of 719 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
719 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Lake Forest Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Forest Hills Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#830 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
5%
20%
Black
60%
36%
White
27%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.1%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Forest Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Forest Hills Elementary School is ranked #830 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Lake Forest Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Forest Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warren Road Elementary School, Walker Traditional Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Lake Forest Hills Elementary School?
719 students attend Lake Forest Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Lake Forest Hills Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Forest Hills Elementary School?
Lake Forest Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lake Forest Hills Elementary School offer ?
Lake Forest Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Forest Hills Elementary School part of?
Lake Forest Hills Elementary School is part of Richmond County School District.
In what neighborhood is Lake Forest Hills Elementary School located?
Lake Forest Hills Elementary School is located in the Forest Hills neighborhood of Augusta, GA. There are 1 other public schools located in Forest Hills.
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