Serving 854 students in grades 6-8, Forest Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 854 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Forest Middle serves the northeast part of the Forest, VA school district, covering an area of approximately 152.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 10.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forest Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Forest Middle School's student population of 854 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
854 students
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Rankings
Forest Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest Middle School is 0.38, 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
#317 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)72%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
8%
Hispanic
5%
20%
Black
8%
21%
White
78%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Middle School's ranking?
Forest Middle School is ranked #317 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Forest Middle School often compared to?
Forest Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Forest Middle School?
854 students attend Forest Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Forest Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forest Middle School?
Forest Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Forest Middle School offer ?
Forest Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Forest Middle School part of?
Forest Middle School is part of Bedford County School District.
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