FOREST HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Forest Heights Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Richland 01 school district, located in Columbia, SC with about 548 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 41 teachers, Forest Heights Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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 Heights Elementary School, located at 2500 Blue Ridge Terrace in Columbia, South Carolina, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Richland School District One community. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that prioritizes academic excellence, character development, and the social-emotional growth of its students. By integrating a standard curriculum with opportunities for student engagement, Forest Heights aims to prepare young learners for the challenges of middle school and beyond.

The school is deeply integrated into the local Columbia neighborhood, often acting as a hub for community involvement and parent-teacher collaboration. With a focus on creating a welcoming atmosphere, the staff at Forest Heights emphasizes inclusivity and the success of every child. Through various extracurricular activities and academic programs, the school strives to instill a lifelong love of learning while ensuring that students have access to the resources and guidance necessary to thrive in an evolving educational landscape.

For more information, contact Forest Heights Elementary at (803) 691-3780 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.