Pisgah Forest Elementary
431 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
Pisgah Forest Elementary School, located in Brevard, North Carolina, serves as a cornerstone of the Transylvania County School district. Nestled near the scenic Pisgah National Forest, the school fosters a supportive, community-oriented environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and the social-emotional development of its students. As a public elementary school, it provides a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare children for future educational success while maintaining a deep connection to the unique culture and natural surroundings of the Western North Carolina mountains.
The school is known for its commitment to creating a safe and engaging atmosphere where faculty, staff, and families work collaboratively to support student growth. Beyond core academic subjects, Pisgah Forest Elementary encourages student involvement in a variety of extracurricular activities and enrichment programs aimed at cultivating well-rounded individuals. By focusing on individualized instruction and maintaining strong communication with the local community, the school strives to ensure that every student has the tools and resources necessary to thrive in a global society.
The school is known for its commitment to creating a safe and engaging atmosphere where faculty, staff, and families work collaboratively to support student growth. Beyond core academic subjects, Pisgah Forest Elementary encourages student involvement in a variety of extracurricular activities and enrichment programs aimed at cultivating well-rounded individuals. By focusing on individualized instruction and maintaining strong communication with the local community, the school strives to ensure that every student has the tools and resources necessary to thrive in a global society.
431
Total Students
37.8
Full-Time Teachers
11.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
99.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 308 |
| Hispanic | 88 |
| Black | 13 |
| Two or More | 17 |
| American Indian | 2 |
| Pacific Islander | 3 |
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White308 (71.5%)
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Hispanic88 (20.4%)
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Two or More17 (3.9%)
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Black13 (3.0%)
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Pacific Islander3 (0.7%)
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American Indian2 (0.5%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Transylvania County Schools |
| Phone: | (828)877-4481 |
| Website: | http://pfe.tcsnc.org/ |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 431 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 37.8 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 11.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 428 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
18
Kindergarten
52
Grade 1
81
Grade 2
78
Grade 3
75
Grade 4
53
Grade 5
74
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 18 |
| Kindergarten | 52 |
| Grade 1 | 81 |
| Grade 2 | 78 |
| Grade 3 | 75 |
| Grade 4 | 53 |
| Grade 5 | 74 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 222 | 51.5% |
| Male | 209 | 48.5% |
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Charter School
435 Students
Elementary School K - 8th
524 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
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Elementary School Pre-K - 5th