Pine Forest School

Pine Forest School

Charter Elementary, Middle School | Grade K-8
2257 E Cedar Ave,  Flagstaff, AZ
3.0
4.2
224 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Kelly Smith
Student Teacher Ratio
0:1
Math Proficiency
37%
Reading Proficiency
52%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
A+
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
52%
Math Proficiency
37%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
0:1
Teachers
0
Teachers in First or Second Year
4.4%

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
48%
State Average
44%
Science
35%
State Average
31%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
316:1

Student Diversity

Female
50.7%
Male
49.3%
White
51.6%
Female
50.7%
Male
49.3%
Economically disadvantaged
37.7%
Hispanic
33.5%
Two or more races
9.3%
Limited English proficient
7.6%

School Rankings

#64 Best Public MS Teachers in Arizona
#91 Best Charter MS in Arizona
#104 Best Charter ES in Arizona
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.0 2 Reviews
4.0 NicheUser
4/10/2018
When I went to Pine Forest School, in elementary it was a culture shock from my native homeland on the Hopi Reservation. But eventually I got to enjoy the school very much. I was taught to embrace my artistry through music, crafts and also with play events. the staff were nothing but kind and humble and I learned many things that other schools don't have a chance to teach, for example real life problems like statistical math.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.2 16 Reviews
5.0 parent
10/22/2025
Pine Forest truly nurtures the whole child with a curriculum that meets students where they are and encourages creativity, curiosity, and growth. The teachers and staff genuinely care about each student and create a supportive, loving environment. My child receives speech services at the school, and...
5.0 parent
10/3/2025
Our child has been at Pine Forest (the Waldorf school) since Kindergarten and is now a thriving 5th grader. I'm often asked about the "no screens" approach and the unique curriculum.The result? A child who doesn't just memorize facts but truly *understands* them. They learn through art, music, and m...
5.0 parent
7/26/2023
I have 3 children at pine forest anll in the elementary school age. we are very happy with what they have been provided by PFS. Waldorf is a wonderful and gentle way to introduce your child to academics. Much of the process is play based in pre and kinder. Lots of learning is done by whimsical story...
1.0 parent
8/5/2021
We really wanted this school to work and were there for four years but they did not provide the support or assistance to my child at school. My child was recently diagnosed with Autism at an older age and the school missed it. My child is almost 2 years behind in math and writing because the school...

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Pine Forest School is a charter school for students in grades K-8 located at 2257 E Cedar Ave in Flagstaff, AZ. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 224 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 0:1. Academic records show that 37% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 52% are proficient in reading. Pine Forest School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. Discover additional schools in the area, like Northland Preparatory Academy, BASIS Flagstaff, Renaissance Magnet Middle School, and more. Learn more about what Flagstaff has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Pine Forest School.

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