NORTH FORREST ATTENDANCE CENTER

NORTH FORREST ATTENDANCE CENTER is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Forrest County School District school district, located in Hattiesburg, MS with about 279 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th 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 23 teachers, NORTH FORREST ATTENDANCE CENTER has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

NORTH FORREST ATTENDANCE CENTER, located at 702 Eatonville Road in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, serves as a key educational institution within the Forrest County School District. As an "attendance center," the school is structured to provide comprehensive K-12 instruction, functioning as a central hub for students in the surrounding Eatonville community. The school is committed to fostering academic achievement and personal growth by preparing students for post-secondary success through a structured curriculum and a supportive learning environment.

The school emphasizes a sense of community and school spirit, often referred to by the mascot, the Eagles. By maintaining a strong connection with the local district, North Forrest provides its students with access to district-wide resources, extracurricular activities, and athletic programs designed to encourage well-rounded development. Parents and community members can stay informed about academic calendars, policies, and school-specific announcements through the official Forrest County School District website.

For more information, contact NORTH FORREST ATTENDANCE CENTER at (601) 584-6466 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.