LAKE FOREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Lake Forest Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Greenville 01 school district, located in Greenville, SC with about 839 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 49 teachers, Lake Forest Elementary 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.

Lake Forest Elementary, located on Berkshire Avenue in Greenville, South Carolina, is a key part of the Greenville County School District. The school serves a diverse population of elementary-aged students, focusing on providing a foundational education that balances rigorous academic standards with the social and emotional development of its learners. As a neighborhood school, it is highly valued for its community-oriented atmosphere and its commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment where students are encouraged to reach their full potential.

In addition to its core academic curriculum, Lake Forest Elementary emphasizes the integration of modern educational practices and technology to prepare students for future success. The school maintains a strong partnership with local families, utilizing various parent-teacher initiatives and extracurricular opportunities to enrich the student experience. With a dedicated faculty and staff, the school strives to create an inclusive culture that celebrates student achievement and promotes lifelong learning within the Greenville community.

For more information, contact Lake Forest Elementary at (864) 355-4000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

16 Berkshire Avenue
Greenville, SC 29615
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LAKE FOREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Greenville, SC with about 839 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in South Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Greenville 01
Total Students:
839
Teachers:
49.5
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
Pre-Kindergarten
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 839 students

White
37.3%
Hispanic/Latino
30.0%
Black or African American
20.7%
Two or more races
5.5%
Asian
5.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.6%

Female
49.5%
Male
50.5%

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.