Serving 772 students in grades 6-8, East Forsyth Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 24% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (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 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 772 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Forsyth Middle School serves the eastern part of Kernersville, NC, covering an attendance area of approximately 23.2 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Forsyth Middle School's student population of 772 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
772 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
East Forsyth Middle School ranks within the bottom 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 Middle School is 0.68, 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
#2417 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)24%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
37%
22%
Black
39%
24%
White
19%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.5%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wild Boars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Forsyth Middle School's ranking?
East Forsyth Middle School is ranked #2417 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are East Forsyth Middle School often compared to?
East Forsyth Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kernersville Middle School, Southeast Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend East Forsyth Middle School?
772 students attend East Forsyth Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of East Forsyth Middle School students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Forsyth Middle School?
East Forsyth Middle 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 Middle School offer ?
East Forsyth Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Forsyth Middle School part of?
East Forsyth Middle School is part of Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools.
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