WEST FOREST INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL

West Forest Intermediate School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Opelika City school district, located in Opelika, AL with about 365 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 21 teachers, West Forest Intermediate School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

West Forest Intermediate School, located at 2801 Waverly Parkway in Opelika, Alabama, is a dedicated educational institution serving students in the Opelika City Schools district. As an intermediate school, it plays a vital role in the developmental bridge between elementary and middle school, focusing on fostering academic growth, social responsibility, and a supportive learning environment for its young scholars.

The school is committed to the district’s mission of excellence, providing a robust curriculum designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body. By utilizing modern facilities and engaging instructional practices, West Forest Intermediate emphasizes foundational literacy, numeracy, and character development. The school works closely with families and the local community to ensure that every student has the tools and encouragement necessary to succeed as they transition toward higher grade levels.

For more information, contact West Forest Intermediate School at (334) 745-9737 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2801 Waverly Pkwy
Opelika, AL 36801
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WEST FOREST INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Opelika, AL with about 365 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Alabama

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Opelika City
Total Students:
365
Teachers:
21.2
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
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 365 students

Black or African American
63.0%
Hispanic/Latino
23.6%
White
11.2%
Asian
1.1%
Two or more races
1.1%

Female
49.9%
Male
50.1%

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.