Serving 595 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, South Forrest Attendance Center 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 42% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 595 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Forrest Attendance Center's student population of 595 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
595 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Forrest Attendance Center ranks within the top 30% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Forrest Attendance Center is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#232 out of 805 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
4%
Black
5%
47%
White
84%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Forrest Attendance Center's ranking?
South Forrest Attendance Center is ranked #232 out of 805 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?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend South Forrest Attendance Center?
595 students attend South Forrest Attendance Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of South Forrest Attendance Center students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Forrest Attendance Center?
South Forrest Attendance Center has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Forrest Attendance Center offer ?
South Forrest Attendance Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is South Forrest Attendance Center part of?
South Forrest Attendance Center is part of Forrest County School District.
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