East Forsyth High School is located in the town of Kernersville in Forsyth County, North Carolina. It is laid out in a college-campus style with numerous small buildings rather than a single large building.
Serving 1,647 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 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,647 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (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%)
- Attendance Zone: East Forsyth High serves the eastern part of Kernersville, NC, covering an area of approximately 41.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 8.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Forsyth High School's student population of 1,647 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 100 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,647 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1962
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 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1090 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)60-64%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
28%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
83%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.5%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Navy Blue
School Mascot
Eagle
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 83%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend East Forsyth High School?
1,647 students attend East Forsyth High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of East Forsyth High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 22% 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Forsyth High School part of?
East Forsyth High School is part of Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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.
2 10/10/2025
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