FOREST AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Forest Avenue Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Montgomery County school district, located in Montgomery, AL with about 707 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 39 teachers, Forest Avenue Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Forest Avenue Elementary School, located in the historic Cloverdale neighborhood of Montgomery, Alabama, is a key component of the Montgomery Public Schools district. The school serves a diverse student population and is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence and character development. By fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, the faculty focuses on equipping students with the foundational skills necessary for long-term educational success, while also emphasizing the importance of community involvement and civic responsibility.

Beyond its core curriculum, Forest Avenue is known for its efforts to provide a well-rounded educational experience that balances rigorous classroom instruction with various extracurricular initiatives. The school maintains a strong connection with the local Montgomery community, often collaborating with families and neighborhood organizations to enhance student resources and engagement. With a mission rooted in preparing students to become productive, lifelong learners, the school serves as a cornerstone for primary education in its local area.

For more information, contact Forest Avenue Elementary School at (334) 269-3673 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1700 W 5th St
Montgomery, AL 36106-1587
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FOREST AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Montgomery, AL with about 707 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Alabama

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
District:
Montgomery County
Total Students:
707
Teachers:
39
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 707 students

White
36.5%
Asian
32.0%
Black or African American
29.1%
Two or more races
1.3%
Hispanic/Latino
0.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
55.7%
Male
44.3%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.