Serving 649 students in grades 6-8, Forbush Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher 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 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 649 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Forbush Middle School's student population of 649 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
649 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Forbush Middle 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 Forbush Middle School is 0.47, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1146 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
27%
20%
Black
3%
25%
White
68%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forbush Middle School's ranking?
Forbush Middle School is ranked #1146 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% 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).
How many students attend Forbush Middle School?
649 students attend Forbush Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Forbush Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Forbush Middle School?
Forbush Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Forbush Middle School offer ?
Forbush Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Forbush Middle School part of?
Forbush Middle School is part of Yadkin County Schools School District.
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