Forestview High School is a public high school in Gastonia, North Carolina, United States. It is part of the Gaston County Schools district. Tammy Mims is the current principal and Brian Horne is the current athletic director.
Serving 1,133 students in grades 9-12, Forestview High School ranks in the top 30% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,133 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Forestview High serves the southern part of Gastonia, NC, encompassing an area of approximately 35.4 square miles. Most families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edges located about 5.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forestview High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Forestview High School's student population of 1,133 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,133 students
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
School Rankings
Forestview High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forestview High 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
#568 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)65-69%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
22%
22%
Black
25%
24%
White
46%
42%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
86.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Silver
School Mascot
Jaguars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forestview High School's ranking?
Forestview High School is ranked #568 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Forestview High School often compared to?
Forestview High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stuart W Cramer High School, Ashbrook High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Forestview High School?
The graduation rate of Forestview High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Forestview High School?
1,133 students attend Forestview High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Forestview High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forestview High School?
Forestview High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Forestview High School offer ?
Forestview High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Forestview High School part of?
Forestview High School is part of Gaston County Schools.
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