Serving 2,348 students in grades 9-12, West Forsyth High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,348 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Forsyth High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Forsyth High School's student population of 2,348 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 119 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,348 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
119 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Forsyth High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Forsyth High School is 0.66, 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
#194 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
19%
20%
Black
16%
25%
White
53%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Forsyth High School's ranking?
West Forsyth High School is ranked #194 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are West Forsyth High School often compared to?
West Forsyth High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ronald W Reagan High School, Mount Tabor High School, R J Reynolds High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Forsyth High School?
The graduation rate of West Forsyth High School is 93%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend West Forsyth High School?
2,348 students attend West Forsyth High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of West Forsyth High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Forsyth High School?
West Forsyth High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Forsyth High School offer ?
West Forsyth High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Forsyth High School part of?
West Forsyth High School is part of Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools School District.
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