Serving 1,982 students in grades 9-12, Colonial Forge High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,982 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colonial Forge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Colonial Forge High School's student population of 1,982 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 199 teachers has grown by 56% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,982 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
199 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Colonial Forge High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colonial Forge High School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#420 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)87%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
8%
Hispanic
18%
19%
Black
27%
22%
White
38%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colonial Forge High School's ranking?
Colonial Forge High School is ranked #420 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Colonial Forge High School often compared to?
Colonial Forge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain View High School, North Stafford High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Colonial Forge High School?
The graduation rate of Colonial Forge High School is 94%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Colonial Forge High School?
1,982 students attend Colonial Forge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Colonial Forge High School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Colonial Forge High School?
Colonial Forge High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Colonial Forge High School offer ?
Colonial Forge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Colonial Forge High School part of?
Colonial Forge High School is part of Stafford County School District.
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