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#1706 of 2,268 schools in GA
Forrest Road Elementary School
Elementary School · Muscogee County
6400 Forrest Rd, Columbus, GA 31907
Enrollment
355
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
355
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Georgia schools
#1,706 of 2,268
In Columbus
#21 of 49
public schools
In district
#24 of 53
Muscogee County
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Forrest Road Elementary School
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About Forrest Road Elementary School
Forrest Road Elementary School is a public elementary school in Columbus, GA, part of Muscogee County. Forrest Road Elementary School serves approximately 355 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Forrest Road Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,706 of 2,268 schools in GA.
Structured state assessment records for Forrest Road Elementary School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.1
- GA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Forrest Road Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
34% of students at Forrest Road Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Forrest Road Elementary School — Students at Forrest Road Elementary School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from GA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.
How Forrest Road Elementary School Compares
See how Forrest Road Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
6400 Forrest Rd, Columbus, GA 31907
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Forrest Road Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Gentian Elementary School (rated 6.4/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wesley Heights Elementary School (rated 5.1/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Reese Road Leadership Academy (rated 4.7/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 31907 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,620
Median Home Value
$142,000
Median Rent
$1,103/mo
Population
61,544
College Educated
22.6%
Homeownership
56.7%
Avg Commute
20.9 min
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Median Age
35.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Forrest Road Elementary School
What grades does Forrest Road Elementary School serve?
Forrest Road Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Forrest Road Elementary School?
Forrest Road Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 355 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Forrest Road Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Forrest Road Elementary School is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Forrest Road Elementary School rank in GA?
Forrest Road Elementary School ranks #1,706 of 2,268 schools in GA.
What is Forrest Road Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Forrest Road Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Forrest Road Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Forrest Road Elementary School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Forrest Road Elementary School a charter school?
No, Forrest Road Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Forrest Road Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Forrest Road Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Forrest Road Elementary School?
100.0% of students at Forrest Road Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 355
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Muscogee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.4%
- Phone
- (706) 565-3061
Resources & Links
District
Muscogee County- District Enrollment
- 29,698
- Schools in District
- 53
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,792
- District Rank
- #24 of 53
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