Serving 345 students in grades 3-5, West Forest Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Forest Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
West Forest Intermediate School's student population of 345 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
345 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Forest Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Forest Intermediate School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#613 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
37%
10%
Black
49%
32%
White
13%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Forest Intermediate School's ranking?
West Forest Intermediate School is ranked #613 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend West Forest Intermediate School?
345 students attend West Forest Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of West Forest Intermediate School students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Forest Intermediate School?
West Forest Intermediate School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does West Forest Intermediate School offer ?
West Forest Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is West Forest Intermediate School part of?
West Forest Intermediate School is part of Opelika City School District.
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