East Forsyth High School

2500 W Mountain Street
Kernersville, NC 27284
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 1,666 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,666 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : 84% (Btm 50% in NC)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : 47% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

School Overview

East Forsyth High School's student population of 1,666 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,666 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
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School Rankings

East Forsyth High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Forsyth High School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (NC)
#1245 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
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40%
42%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of East Forsyth High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
47%
47%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of East Forsyth High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of North Carolina by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
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Hispanic
25%
20%
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Black
22%
25%
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White
47%
45%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.67
This chart display the diversity score of East Forsyth High School and the public school average diversity score of North Carolina by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
84%
85%
This chart display graduation rate of East Forsyth High School and public school graduation rate of North Carolina by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
47%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #1245 out of 2,568 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, Atkins Academic & Tech High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% 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 85%.
How many students attend East Forsyth High School?
1,666 students attend East Forsyth High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of East Forsyth High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 5% 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 14:1.
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!
- Posted by Student/Alumni - sidst
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.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - kcswi

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,666 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : 84% (Btm 50%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : 47% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

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