Devon Forest Elementary School

1127 DOROTHY ST GOOSE CREEK SC 29455

Top 25% School in South Carolina

Ranked 33 of 133 in South Carolina

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About Devon Forest Elementary School

Devon Forest Elementary represents one of the finest Elementary Schools in South Carolina, contributing to an engaging learning environment for about 1,000 students in grades PK-5. Devon Forest Elementary is widely known for its commitment to foster and cultivate digital learning opportunities as a recipient of a $50,000 Google Community Grant, which engages students in grades 3-5 with 1:1 Chromebooks. Devon Forest Elementary also contributes greatly to its diverse student population; over seventy percent of its student enrollment can share the Cross cultural experience of being a part of a multigenerational diverse and welcoming community. Devon Forest Elementary is notable for its collective of dedicated teaching faculty, dedication to the community, and a firm intention to develop educational opportunities to prepare all students for the future. With all of this, it is easy to see why Devon Forest Elementary will remain an engaging and leading thought provider in elementary education learning opportunities for years to come, and a great place for any family to be part of the Goose Creek Community!

Contact Information

Address

1127 DOROTHY ST GOOSE CREEK SC 29455

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Phone

(843) 820-3880

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 51%
Reading 51%
State average proficiency is 51% in Math and 51% in Reading.
59
Full-time Teachers
16 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
970
Total Students
$59116
Avg. Teacher Salary

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TOP 33 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Devon Forest Elementary School

2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

School Ratings

Ranked

33

of 133 in South Carolina

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:15 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 27.8%
Asian 1%
Hispanic 25.9%
Black 36.7%
Two+ Races 9.3%
Native Am. 0%
White
27.8%
Asian
1%
Hispanic
25.9%
Black
36.7%
Two+ Races
9.3%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 970
50.6%
491 Female
49.4%
479 Male

Student Population

970 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

488 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

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Devon Forest Elementary is ranked 483rd out of elementary schools in South Carolina. Rankings are based on state-level mandated tests, graduation rates, and how well the student passes high school.

FAQ

Q1: What subjects are taught at Devon Forest Elementary School?

A: Devon Forest Elementary School teaches what South Carolina says it should, focusing on reading, writing, math, science, and social studies. They also have awesome specials like art, tech, and gym.

Q2: What technology is used in class?

A: Kids use tablets, computers, interactive whiteboards, and learning apps for digital learning, STEM activities, and general lesson fun.

Q3: Are the teachers good?

A: The teachers are experienced, caring, and want students to be successful in school, friendly with others, and enjoy learning.

Q4: Can my children stay before or after school?

A: Yes! They have supervised before- and after-school class programs for kids to get help with their homework, complete fun activities, and stay safe.

Q5: Is there help available for payment for stuff?

A: Yes, if you need help, they can help with payment for extracurricular activities and programs to assist kids in participating regardless of family income.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

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Frindle

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

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James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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