Serving 813 students in grades 8-12, Forbush High School ranks in the top 30% 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 75-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 813 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forbush High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Forbush High School's student population of 813 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
813 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
1967
School Colors
Red, Navy Blue
School Rankings
Forbush High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forbush High School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#684 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
27%
21%
Black
3%
25%
White
67%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forbush High School's ranking?
Forbush High School is ranked #684 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Forbush High School often compared to?
Forbush High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Starmount High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Forbush High School?
The graduation rate of Forbush High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Forbush High School?
813 students attend Forbush High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Forbush High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Forbush High School?
Forbush High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Forbush High School offer ?
Forbush High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Forbush High School part of?
Forbush High School is part of Yadkin County Schools School District.
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