West Forsyth High School is a public high school, located in Cumming, Georgia, United States, a suburb northeast of Atlanta. The school is located at 4155 Drew Road. West Forsyth High School opened in 2007 with 1,200 students in grades 9 through 11, with a senior class added the following year.
Serving 2,503 students in grades 9-12, West Forsyth High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,503 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Forsyth High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Forsyth High School's student population of 2,503 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 139 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,503 students
Total Classroom Teachers
139 teachers
Year Founded
2007
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Rankings
West Forsyth High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Forsyth High School is 0.55, 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
#327 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
5%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
5%
36%
White
64%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolverine
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Forsyth High School's ranking?
West Forsyth High School is ranked #327 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are West Forsyth High School often compared to?
West Forsyth High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Forsyth High School, North Forsyth High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Forsyth High School?
The graduation rate of West Forsyth High School is 96%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend West Forsyth High School?
2,503 students attend West Forsyth High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of West Forsyth High School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Forsyth High School?
West Forsyth High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Forsyth High School offer ?
West Forsyth High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Forsyth High School part of?
West Forsyth High School is part of Forsyth County School District.
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