Serving 1,655 students in grades 9-12, East Forsyth High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,655 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Forsyth High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
East Forsyth High School's student population of 1,655 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,655 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Forsyth High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Forsyth High School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1090 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
26%
20%
Black
23%
25%
White
44%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Forsyth High School's ranking?
East Forsyth High School is ranked #1090 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are East Forsyth High School often compared to?
East Forsyth High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert B Glenn High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Forsyth High School?
The graduation rate of East Forsyth High School is 84%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend East Forsyth High School?
1,655 students attend East Forsyth High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of East Forsyth High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Forsyth High School?
East Forsyth High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Forsyth High School offer ?
East Forsyth High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is East Forsyth High School part of?
East Forsyth High School is part of Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools School District.
School Reviews
2 10/17/2011
this year is very crowded. but join the shootin team!
5 6/30/2009
I am a rising junior at East Forsyth and I love the school. I think the academics at the school are great. I could not say enough about some of the teachers. There is a huge array of extracurricular activities at our school. There is a club for just about every interest imaginable and several sports teams. Some of the buildings at the school are old, but they don't look bad and are in good condition. The building that houses the office and guidance was built just a few years ago and is very nice. We have pretty good parent involvement in the school and an active PTSA. I would recommend East Forsyth to anyone. This school has been a great place for me to learn and thrive so far and I am sure it will continue through my next two years.
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