Serving 821 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lakeforest Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North 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 37% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 821 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lakeforest Elementary serves the west part of Greenville, NC, covering an area of approximately 7.3 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest distance to the zone's edge being about 2.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lakeforest Elementary School's student population of 821 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
821 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Different Breed Same Pack ~ Changing Lives Everyday
School Rankings
Lakeforest Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeforest Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#2206 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)37%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
7%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
81%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.5%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeforest Elementary School's ranking?
Lakeforest Elementary School is ranked #2206 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Lakeforest Elementary School often compared to?
Lakeforest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest Elementary School, Chicod by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Lakeforest Elementary School?
821 students attend Lakeforest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Lakeforest Elementary School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakeforest Elementary School?
Lakeforest Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lakeforest Elementary School offer ?
Lakeforest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakeforest Elementary School part of?
Lakeforest Elementary School is part of Pitt County Schools.
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