Lake Forest Elementary School

Lake Forest is an awesome school. We pulled our child out of another school in the district and transferred him here 2 years ago. It is a longer drive each day, but the instruction and school are worth it. Mr Peters is a wonderful involved principal. He responds to your concerns quickly and is always willing to help. They do a great Veteran Day program each year honoring our country and those who have fought for it. Among the best in the region!!
--Submitted by a parent

I love this school. The staff and administration is doing a wonderful job in a political enviroment that does not support additional creative enrichment spoken of in 11/17 posting. Those issues should be addressed with the state, not Lake Forest. I have had two children go through and I couldn't be more happy with their education and enrichment - much better than the private school I attended!
--Submitted by a parent

I agree with the Nov 17th posting...This school is lacking in enrichment and extra curricular opportunities for students in k-2. In my opinion 1/2 day K is more of a social preschool than an introduction to an academic environment. I would rank this school as a 7 at best. Let's hope it gets better.
--Submitted by a parent

Lake Forest is an outstanding environment for my 2 children to learn. The staff is exemplary and the Principal/vice principal are great leaders. In these economic times, what really helps a good school excel is the help/aid of the parents. I can not have picked a better school
--Submitted by a parent

I have two children that attend Lake Forest Elementary, and sadly I am far from impressed. Although the children seem to be performing well academically, there is a lot more than performing well on tests in this world, and this school spends too much time teaching to test and not fostering the overall development of the child. The administration is in need of improvement and are rude to parents coming into the office. I'm a bit disappointed that I still have another 3 years to go before going onto Jr. High school.
--Submitted by a parent

I have had 2 children go through Lake Forest and one is just beginning. Excellent leadership by Mrs. Hylton. Great communication with parents. Caring environment for students and super curriculum. I am so proud my third boy will be attending Lake Forest!
--Submitted by K. Arbuckle, a administrator

Two of our three daughters are old enough to attend Lake Forest and we could not be happier with the faculty, administration, and the community support. What elementary school do you know that can raise $40,000 for extracurricular activities at a parents dinner/auction? It is worth the price of admission. In other words, it is worth the premium you pay to live in the school's area. A school is only as good as the parents and the kids that support the efforts of the teachers. We have a winning combination at Lake Forest.
--Submitted by David Nicholson, a parent

Both of my children have atttended Lake Forest for 6 years each. They each had different teachers, and 11 of the 12 educators were outstanding (the one was competent, just overwhelmed as a new teacher). I was very impressed by the way the teachers maintained high standards without succumbing to pressure to 'teach to the test'. My kids were challenged academically in a very age appropriate way. Important experiences that provide a well rounded education (art, drama, field trips) etc. are still valued by Mrs. Hylton and the staff. My eldest child is now in middle school, and is thriving. Much of the credit goes to his teachers for helping a quirky kid learn to enjoy school, love books (thanks for all that core literature!), and develop confidence in himself. Both of my kids built a firm educational foundation at Lake Forest for which I'll always be grateful!
--Submitted by a parent