Serving 2,272 students in grades 9-12, Forney High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,272 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forney High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Forney High School's student population of 2,272 students has grown by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 128 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,272 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
128 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Forney High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forney High School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2333 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
30%
53%
Black
21%
13%
White
43%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forney High School's ranking?
Forney High School is ranked #2333 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Forney High School often compared to?
Forney High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Forney High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Forney High School?
The graduation rate of Forney High School is 93%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Forney High School?
2,272 students attend Forney High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Forney High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Forney High School?
Forney High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Forney High School offer ?
Forney High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Forney High School part of?
Forney High School is part of Forney Independent School District.
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