Below Average
#2376 of 2,648 schools in NC
Forestville Road Elementary
Elementary School · Wake County Schools
100 Lawson Ridge Road, Knightdale, NC 27545
Enrollment
528
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
528
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,376 of 2,648
In Knightdale
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#185 of 194
Wake County Schools
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Forestville Road Elementary
Elementary School in Knightdale · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Forestville Road Elementary
Forestville Road Elementary is a public elementary school in Knightdale, NC, part of Wake County Schools. Forestville Road Elementary serves approximately 528 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Forestville Road Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,376 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Forestville Road Elementary show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 7.1
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Forestville Road Elementary 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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Forestville Road Elementary — Students at Forestville Road Elementary score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from NC 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: 2.0/10.
How Forestville Road Elementary Compares
See how Forestville Road Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
100 Lawson Ridge Road, Knightdale, NC 27545
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Forestville Road Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Doral Academy of North Carolina (rated 8.8/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Raleigh), which scores notably higher. Another option is Beaverdam Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Raleigh), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rogers Lane Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Raleigh), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Knightdale, see our Knightdale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Knightdale High Knightdale | 0.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Lockhart Elementary Knightdale | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| THALES ACADEMY Knightdale | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Neuse River Middle Raleigh | 1.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Knightdale Elementary Knightdale | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Beaverdam Elementary Raleigh | 2.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Hodge Road Elementary Knightdale | 3.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Doral Academy of North Carolina Raleigh | 3.1 mi | 8.8 |
| East Wake High Wendell | 3.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Cardinal Charter Acad at Wendell Falls Wendell | 3.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Harris Creek Elementary Raleigh | 4.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Lake Myra Elementary Wendell | 4.4 mi | 5.3 |
| River Bend Middle Raleigh | 4.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Rogers Lane Elementary Raleigh | 4.3 mi | 7.1 |
| River Bend Elementary Raleigh | 4.8 mi | 4.3 |
| River Oaks Middle Raleigh | 4.4 mi | 4.0 |
| COMMISSION LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Raleigh | 5.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Wendell Middle Wendell | 4.9 mi | 4.4 |
| NORTH RALEIGH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Raleigh | 5.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Wilburn Elementary Raleigh | 5.3 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27545 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,400
Median Home Value
$301,300
Median Rent
$1,560/mo
Population
33,750
College Educated
36.2%
Homeownership
70.2%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
35.2
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Crosscreek Charter School Louisburg, NC | 4.0 |
| Granite Quarry Elementary Granite Quarry, NC | 4.0 |
| Harvey R Newlin Elementary Burlington, NC | 4.0 |
| Lindley Park Elementary Asheboro, NC | 4.0 |
| Mineral Springs Elementary Winston-Salem, NC | 4.0 |
| Scotts Creek School Sylva, NC | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Forestville Road Elementary
What grades does Forestville Road Elementary serve?
Forestville Road Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Forestville Road Elementary?
Forestville Road Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 528 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Forestville Road Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Forestville Road Elementary is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Forestville Road Elementary rank in NC?
Forestville Road Elementary ranks #2,376 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Forestville Road Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Forestville Road Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Forestville Road Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Forestville Road Elementary has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Forestville Road Elementary a charter school?
No, Forestville Road Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Forestville Road Elementary a Title I school?
No, Forestville Road Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Forestville Road Elementary?
75.2% of students at Forestville Road Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 528
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Wake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.3%
- Phone
- (919) 266-8487
Resources & Links
District
Wake County Schools- District Enrollment
- 161,481
- Schools in District
- 197
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,691
- District Rank
- #185 of 194
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