Very Good
#778 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 29% in state
Lakeforest Elementary
Elementary School · Pitt County Schools
3300 Briarcliff Drive, Greenville, NC 27834
Enrollment
819
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
819
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#778 of 2,648
In Greenville
#9 of 22
public schools
In district
#13 of 38
Pitt County Schools
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Lakeforest Elementary
Lakeforest Elementary is a public elementary school in Greenville, NC, part of Pitt County Schools. Lakeforest Elementary serves approximately 819 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Lakeforest Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #778 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Lakeforest Elementary show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Lakeforest 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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Lakeforest Elementary — Students at Lakeforest Elementary score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 32 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: 9.2/10.
How Lakeforest Elementary Compares
See how Lakeforest 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
3300 Briarcliff Drive, Greenville, NC 27834
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lakeforest Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ECU Community School (rated 9.5/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ridgewood Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Winterville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, W H Robinson Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Winterville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Greenville, see our Greenville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GREENVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Greenville | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Ridgewood Elementary Winterville | 2.0 mi | 8.6 |
| South Greenville Elementary Greenville | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| ECU Community School Greenville | 2.1 mi | 9.5 |
| Junius H Rose High Greenville | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Sadie Saulter Greenville | 2.3 mi | 4.7 |
| THE OAKWOOD SCHOOL Greenville | 2.5 mi | 7.8 |
| PCS Early College High School Greenville | 2.9 mi | 8.3 |
| THIRD STREET ACADEMY Greenville | 2.8 mi | 5.7 |
| OPENDOOR SCHOOL Winterville | 3.6 mi | 6.0 |
| South Central Winterville | 3.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Creekside Elementary Winterville | 3.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Elmhurst Elementary Greenville | 3.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Innovation Early College High Greenville | 3.4 mi | 6.1 |
| C M Eppes Middle Greenville | 3.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Vidant Health Greenville | 3.4 mi | — |
| THE GREENVILLE LEARNING CENTER Greenville | 3.5 mi | 5.4 |
| W H Robinson Elementary Winterville | 4.2 mi | 8.0 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Greenville | 4.0 mi | — |
| WALTON ACADEMY Greenville | 3.8 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27834 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,081
Median Home Value
$161,700
Median Rent
$941/mo
Population
55,073
College Educated
27.7%
Homeownership
37%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
24.7%
Median Age
33.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bonnie Cone Classical Academy Huntersville, NC | 7.3 |
| Bunn Elementary Bunn, NC | 7.3 |
| Coddle Creek Elementary Mooresville, NC | 7.3 |
| Cornelius Elementary Cornelius, NC | 7.3 |
| Davidson Charter Academy Lexington, NC | 7.3 |
| Irving Park Elementary Greensboro, NC | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lakeforest Elementary
What grades does Lakeforest Elementary serve?
Lakeforest Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Lakeforest Elementary?
Lakeforest Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 819 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lakeforest Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lakeforest Elementary is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lakeforest Elementary rank in NC?
Lakeforest Elementary ranks #778 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Lakeforest Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lakeforest Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Lakeforest Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lakeforest Elementary has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).
Is Lakeforest Elementary a charter school?
No, Lakeforest Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lakeforest Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lakeforest Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lakeforest Elementary?
98.3% of students at Lakeforest 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 819
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Pitt County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.6%
- Phone
- (252) 756-3941
Resources & Links
District
Pitt County Schools- District Enrollment
- 24,327
- Schools in District
- 40
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,253
- District Rank
- #13 of 38
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