Forest Grove High School is a public high school in Forest Grove, Oregon. Founded in 1907, it is the only high school in the Forest Grove School District.
Serving 1,898 students in grades 9-12, Forest Grove High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,898 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Top 50% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Forest Grove High School's student population of 1,898 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,898 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Year Founded
1907
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Forest Grove High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest Grove High School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#902 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
57%
26%
Black
2%
3%
White
35%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Viking 100px
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Grove High School's ranking?
Forest Grove High School is ranked #902 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Forest Grove High School often compared to?
Forest Grove High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glencoe High School, Banks High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Forest Grove High School?
The graduation rate of Forest Grove High School is 84%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Forest Grove High School?
1,898 students attend Forest Grove High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Forest Grove High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forest Grove High School?
Forest Grove High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Forest Grove High School offer ?
Forest Grove High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Forest Grove High School part of?
Forest Grove High School is part of Forest Grove SD 15 School District.
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