South Forsyth High School is a public high school, built in 1989, located in Cumming, Georgia, a suburb northeast of Atlanta. It is one of eight public high schools in the Forsyth County School District, and serves students who live in parts of unincorporated Cumming.
Serving 2,634 students in grades 9-12, South Forsyth High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,634 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: South Forsyth High School serves the southwest part of Cumming, GA, covering an area of approximately 30.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 5.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Forsyth High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
South Forsyth High School's student population of 2,634 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 139 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,634 students
Total Classroom Teachers
139 teachers
Year Founded
1989
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
School Rankings
South Forsyth High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Forsyth High School is 0.62, 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
#48 out of 2192 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Asian
49%
5%
Hispanic
7%
20%
Black
3%
36%
White
37%
34%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
84.4%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Royal blue, Silver
School Mascot
Wilson The War Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Forsyth High School's ranking?
South Forsyth High School is ranked #48 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are South Forsyth High School often compared to?
South Forsyth High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forsyth Central High School, Lambert High School, West Forsyth High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Forsyth High School?
The graduation rate of South Forsyth High School is 99%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend South Forsyth High School?
2,634 students attend South Forsyth High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of South Forsyth High School students are Asian, 37% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Forsyth High School?
South Forsyth High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Forsyth High School offer ?
South Forsyth High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Forsyth High School part of?
South Forsyth High School is part of Forsyth County School District.
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