Serving 2,043 students in grades 9-12, Wake Forest High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,043 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wake Forest High School serves the northeast part of Wake Forest, NC, covering an area of approximately 43.7 square miles. Families within this zone are typically about 10-12 minutes away from the school, with an average distance to the zone's edge of 4.3 miles and a maximum distance of 10.7 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wake Forest High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Wake Forest High School's student population of 2,043 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 109 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,043 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
109 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1941
School Rankings
Wake Forest High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wake Forest High School is 0.65, 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
#244 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)77%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
18%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
23%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
52%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
90%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wake Forest High School's ranking?
Wake Forest High School is ranked #244 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Wake Forest High School often compared to?
Wake Forest High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heritage High School, Wakefield 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 51% NC state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wake Forest High School?
The graduation rate of Wake Forest High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Wake Forest High School?
2,043 students attend Wake Forest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Wake Forest High School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wake Forest High School?
Wake Forest High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wake Forest High School offer ?
Wake Forest High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wake Forest High School part of?
Wake Forest High School is part of Wake County Schools.
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