Very Good
#561 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 21% in state
Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School
Elementary School · Rutherford County Schools
100 Forrest Hunt Drive, Forest City, NC 28043
Enrollment
406
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
406
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#561 of 2,648
In Forest City
#3 of 8
public schools
In district
#7 of 18
Rutherford County Schools
Equity
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School
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About Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School
Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School is a public elementary school in Forest City, NC, part of Rutherford County Schools. Forrest W.
Hunt Elementary School serves approximately 406 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #561 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.7
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
31% of students at Forrest W. Hunt 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 W. Hunt Elementary School — Students at Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.3%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 7.8/10.
How Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School Compares
See how Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School 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 Forrest Hunt Drive, Forest City, NC 28043
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Forest City-Dunbar Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Harris Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Cliffside Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Cliffside), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Forest City, see our Forest City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28043 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,746
Median Home Value
$176,100
Median Rent
$744/mo
Population
20,896
College Educated
17.9%
Homeownership
64.2%
Avg Commute
24.4 min
Poverty Rate
23.8%
Median Age
40.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School
What grades does Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School serve?
Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School?
Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 406 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School rank in NC?
Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School ranks #561 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 W. Hunt Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School a charter school?
No, Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School?
99.3% of students at Forrest W. Hunt 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
- 406
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Rutherford County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.0%
- Phone
- (828) 245-2161
Resources & Links
District
Rutherford County Schools- District Enrollment
- 7,409
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,515
- District Rank
- #7 of 18
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