Serving 1,164 students in grades 6-8, North Forsyth Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 40% (which is equal to the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,164 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Forsyth Middle School serves the northeast part of Cumming, GA, covering an area of approximately 38.9 square miles. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 7.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Forsyth Middle School's student population of 1,164 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,164 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Forsyth Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Forsyth Middle School is 0.59, 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
#644 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Hispanic
17%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Black
7%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
White
61%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.6%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Forsyth Middle School's ranking?
North Forsyth Middle School is ranked #644 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are North Forsyth Middle School often compared to?
North Forsyth Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Middle School, Little Mill Middle 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 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend North Forsyth Middle School?
1,164 students attend North Forsyth Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of North Forsyth Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Forsyth Middle School?
North Forsyth Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Forsyth Middle School offer ?
North Forsyth Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Forsyth Middle School part of?
North Forsyth Middle School is part of Forsyth County School District.
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