Forsyth Central High School is a public high school located in Cumming, Georgia, United States, northeast of Atlanta. Built in 1955, it was originally known as Forsyth County High School until 1989 when South Forsyth High School opened. It is one of eight high schools in the Forsyth County School District.
Serving 2,457 students in grades 9-12, Forsyth Central High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,457 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forsyth Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Forsyth Central High School's student population of 2,457 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 159 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,457 students
Total Classroom Teachers
159 teachers
Year Founded
1955
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Calendar
School Rankings
Forsyth Central High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forsyth Central High School is 0.67, 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
#570 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
12%
5%
Hispanic
33%
20%
Black
5%
36%
White
46%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forsyth Central High School's ranking?
Forsyth Central High School is ranked #570 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Forsyth Central High School often compared to?
Forsyth Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Forsyth High School, West Forsyth High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Forsyth Central High School?
The graduation rate of Forsyth Central High School is 91%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Forsyth Central High School?
2,457 students attend Forsyth Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Forsyth Central High School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forsyth Central High School?
Forsyth Central High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Forsyth Central High School offer ?
Forsyth Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Forsyth Central High School part of?
Forsyth Central High School is part of Forsyth County School District.
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