Serving 769 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Forsyth Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 769 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Forsyth Academy's student population of 769 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
769 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Rankings
Forsyth Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forsyth Academy is 0.63, 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
#1642 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)43%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
43%
21%
Black
42%
25%
White
6%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Forsyth Academy's ranking?
Forsyth Academy is ranked #1642 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Forsyth Academy often compared to?
Forsyth Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Reeds Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Forsyth Academy?
769 students attend Forsyth Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Forsyth Academy students are Hispanic, 42% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forsyth Academy?
Forsyth Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Forsyth Academy offer ?
Forsyth Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Forsyth Academy part of?
Forsyth Academy is part of Forsyth Academy School District.
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