Devon Forest Elementary School

Devon Forest Elementary School

Public Elementary School | Grade Pre-K-5
1127 Dorothy St,  Goose Creek, SC
Berkeley County School District
2.9
973 Students
B-
Niche Grade
Devon Forest Elementary School serves pre-K through fifth-grade students on the north side of the Goose Creek community. With an ideal student-teacher ratio, individualized learning, and hands-on lessons, students receive a quality public education while learning valuable social skills. The dedicated teachers and staff incorporate technology and online learning platforms to enhance the experience in each lesson. New systems like a 3-D printer and virtual learning profiles help students use an updated approach to learning. In addition to core classes, students enjoy exploratory courses like computer lab, art, music, and physical education. These subjects provide an opportunity to engage in creative learning while realizing new passions. Throughout the year, the school hosts fun events like field day, spirit nights, Kindness Week, and fine arts performances, allowing parents and stakeholders to get involved in the school’s success and motivating students to enjoy activities with their peers. Students are encouraged to participate in special programs like the Student Enrichment Talent Program and the gifted program to refine their skills and engage in peer leadership opportunities. With dedicated teachers, individualized learning opportunities, and a strong academic reputation, it's easy to see why Devon Forest Elementary School maintains a good reputation in Goose Creek.

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Math Proficiency
33%
Reading Proficiency
36%

Niche Grade

C+
Academics
B-
Teachers
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Academics
Reading Proficiency
36%
Math Proficiency
33%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
62
Full Time Teachers
62
Teachers in First or Second Year
7.7%

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
488:1

Student Diversity

Female
50.6%
Male
49.4%
Black
36.7%
White
27.8%
Hispanic
25.9%
Two or more races
9.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
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Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
2.9 8 Reviews
3.0 parent
2/13/2023
The teachers are amazing at least the ones I have had. My problem is each year they have to replace the special needs teacher and they are terrible with communication with the parents. My son has been at this school for three years and this is the first year his class has been given the chance to ea...
5.0 other
7/22/2022
Love thks school. Teachers a d staff do so much and are so kind! Thanks for making my last year an awesome year!
1.0 parent
2/12/2021
Love the teachers and the school. The problem is the Principal. Christi Mitchum needs to get out of the education system. She is very rude to the parents and does not believe anything parents say. I had an issue with a teacher being rude and biased against my child. My husband and I sat down and had...
2.0 parent
7/3/2018
I loved it until I got to really know the principal she is a terrible person and doesn't care how she treats parents. As she put it she has job security so basically she can say and do what she wants even in front of a child. My son struggled last year and had some little behavior issues. She told m...

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