Serving 1,849 students in grades 9-12, Forest Grove High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,849 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Top 50% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Forest Grove High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Forest Grove, OR, encompassing approximately 189.1 square miles. The area typically allows for a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 6.7 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of up to 20.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Forest Grove High School's student population of 1,849 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,849 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1907
School Calendar
School Rankings
Forest Grove High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest Grove High School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#902 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
58%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
35%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
8%
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
84%
81.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.8%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Mascot
Viking 100px
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Grove High School's ranking?
Forest Grove High School is ranked #902 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Forest Grove High School often compared to?
Forest Grove High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glencoe High School, Banks High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Forest Grove High School?
The graduation rate of Forest Grove High School is 84%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81.3%.
How many students attend Forest Grove High School?
1,849 students attend Forest Grove High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Forest Grove High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forest Grove High School?
Forest Grove High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Forest Grove High School offer ?
Forest Grove High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Forest Grove High School part of?
Forest Grove High School is part of Forest Grove SD 15 School District.
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