Serving 209 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, North Forrest Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 209 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The North Forrest Attendance Center serves the northern part of Hattiesburg, MS, covering an area of approximately 27 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of about 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge being around 5.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Forrest Elementary School's student population of 209 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
209 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
North Forrest Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Forrest Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#189 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
64%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
22%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.8%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Forrest Elementary School's ranking?
North Forrest Elementary School is ranked #189 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend North Forrest Elementary School?
209 students attend North Forrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of North Forrest Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Forrest Elementary School?
North Forrest Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Forrest Elementary School offer ?
North Forrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Forrest Elementary School part of?
North Forrest Elementary School is part of Forrest County School District.
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