Serving 349 students in grades 7-12, North Forrest High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Forrest High School serves the northern part of Hattiesburg, MS, covering an area of approximately 56.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 8.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Forrest High School's student population of 349 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
349 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Forrest High School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Forrest High School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#282 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
63%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Forrest High School's ranking?
North Forrest High School is ranked #282 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are North Forrest High School often compared to?
North Forrest High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Petal High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Forrest High School?
The graduation rate of North Forrest High School is 90%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89.4%.
How many students attend North Forrest High School?
349 students attend North Forrest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of North Forrest High School students are Black, 17% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Forrest High School?
North Forrest High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Forrest High School offer ?
North Forrest High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Forrest High School part of?
North Forrest High School is part of Forrest County School District.
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