North Forsyth High School is a public high school located in Cumming, Georgia, United States, a suburb northeast of Atlanta. The school is located at 3635 Coal Mountain Drive.
Serving 2,151 students in grades 9-12, North Forsyth High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia 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 Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,151 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: North Forsyth High School serves the northeast part of Cumming, GA, covering an area of approximately 96.2 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 6.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area, extending up to 10.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Forsyth High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Forsyth High School's student population of 2,151 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 130 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,151 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
130 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1994
School Calendar
Campus Size
100 acres
School Rankings
North Forsyth High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Forsyth High School is 0.51, 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
#351 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Silver, Black Purple
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Forsyth High School's ranking?
North Forsyth High School is ranked #351 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are North Forsyth High School often compared to?
North Forsyth High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Forsyth High School, South Forsyth High School, Forsyth Central 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 39% GA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Forsyth High School?
The graduation rate of North Forsyth High School is 92%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend North Forsyth High School?
2,151 students attend North Forsyth High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of North Forsyth High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Forsyth High School?
North Forsyth High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Forsyth High School offer ?
North Forsyth High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Forsyth High School part of?
North Forsyth High School is part of Forsyth County School District.
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