Forest Oaks Elementary School

About Forest Oaks Elementary School

Forest Oaks Elementary School is a vibrant, diverse learning community located in the heart of a small town in North Carolina. Our school is dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing environment where students can learn and grow. We strive to create a culture of excellence and collaboration that prepares our students for the 21st century.
At Forest Oaks, we believe in providing a high quality education that meets the individual needs of each student. Our teachers are passionate about their work and strive to create engaging and meaningful learning experiences for their students. We offer a variety of programs and services to meet the needs of each student, including specialized instruction, enrichment activities, and after-school programs.
At Forest Oaks, we believe that a strong partnership between home and school is essential for student success. We encourage parents to get involved in their child’s education by attending school events, participating in parent-teacher conferences, and volunteering in the classroom.
At Forest Oaks, we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive learning environment for all students. We have a zero-tolerance policy for bullying and strive to create a culture of respect and acceptance. We also have a variety of clubs and activities that promote diversity and inclusion.
At Forest Oaks, we believe that every student deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential. We are committed to providing a supportive and inspiring learning environment so that all students can achieve success.

Address:	1000 Hornet Parkway Chelsea, AL 35043
Phone:	(205) 682-7220
Site:	www.shelbyed.k12.al.us
Grades:	K – 5
Enrollment:	621 students

Overview Forest Oaks Elementary School

Forest Oaks Elementary School serves 621 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
Forest Oaks Elementary School placed in the top 10% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 24%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).

Verdict on Forest Oaks Elementary School

Forest Oaks Elementary School is ranked within the top 10% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Forest Oaks Elementary School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.