Serving 820 students in grades 6-8, Forestbrook Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 820 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Forestbrook Middle School's student population of 820 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
820 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Forestbrook Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forestbrook Middle School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#604 out of 1154 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
28%
14%
Black
9%
31%
White
55%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forestbrook Middle School's ranking?
Forestbrook Middle School is ranked #604 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Forestbrook Middle School often compared to?
Forestbrook Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. James Middle School, Ocean Bay Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Forestbrook Middle School?
820 students attend Forestbrook Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Forestbrook Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Forestbrook Middle School?
Forestbrook Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Forestbrook Middle School offer ?
Forestbrook Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Forestbrook Middle School part of?
Forestbrook Middle School is part of Horry 01 School District.
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