Forney High School is a public secondary school located in Forney, Texas, United States. It is one of two high schools in the Forney Independent School District which serves Forney, Talty, the small Kaufman County portion of Mesquite, and some surrounding unincorporated areas of Kaufman County.
Serving 2,582 students in grades 9-12, Forney High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,582 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Forney High School serves the southern part of its school district in Forney, TX, covering an area of approximately 48.5 square miles. Families living within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 7.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forney High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Forney High School's student population of 2,582 students has grown by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 157 teachers has grown by 55% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,582 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
157 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Forney High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forney High School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2315 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
30%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
28%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
36%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
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
93%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forney High School's ranking?
Forney High School is ranked #2315 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Forney High School often compared to?
Forney High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Forney High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Forney High School?
The graduation rate of Forney High School is 93%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Forney High School?
2,582 students attend Forney High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Forney High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forney High School?
Forney High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Forney High School offer ?
Forney High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Forney High School part of?
Forney High School is part of Forney Independent School District.
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