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South Forsyth High School

585 Peachtree Pkwy, Cumming, GA 30041, United States
+1 (770) 781-2264
http://www.forsyth.k12.ga.us/sfhs/site/default.asp
7.6
Overall Rating

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South Forsyth High School Overview

About This School

South Forsyth High School is a public high in Cumming, Georgia, serving 2,634 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate strong performance with 80% proficiency in ELA and 71% in math. The school maintains a staff of 138 teachers with an average salary of $75,197 and an 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Guidance services are managed with 439 students per counselor. The student body is evenly split between male and female populations. South Forsyth High School is composed of 49% Asian, 37% White, 7% Hispanic, 4% students of two or more races, and 3% Black students.

2,634
Total Students
Grade 9-12
18:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
138 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts80%
Mathematics71%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 9-12
County
Forsyth County
Students per Counselor
439:1

South Forsyth High School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

80%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 60%State Avg: 37%
71%
Mathematics
City Avg: 65%State Avg: 36%
N/A
Science

Class Information

18:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 15.2:1
State Avg: 13.4:1
439
Students per Counselor

South Forsyth High School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
138

Average Teacher Salary

$75,197
City Avg: $75,197
State Avg: $68,409

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio18:1
Students per Counselor439:1

South Forsyth High School Student Demographics

Student Body

50.23%
Male
49.77%
Female
Total Enrollment: 2,634 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White36.71%
Hispanic7.4%
Asian48.97%
Black2.62%
Two or More Races3.72%
Native American0.53%

South Forsyth High School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About South Forsyth High School

Q: What is South Forsyth High School?

A: South Forsyth High School is a high public located in Cumming.

Q: How many students attend South Forsyth High School?

A: South Forsyth High School has approximately 2,634 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at South Forsyth High School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at South Forsyth High School is 18:1.

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Detailed Information about South Forsyth High School

South Forsyth High School is a public high in Cumming, Georgia, serving 2,634 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate strong performance with 80% proficiency in ELA and 71% in math. The school maintains a staff of 138 teachers with an average salary of $75,197 and an 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Guidance services are managed with 439 students per counselor. The student body is evenly split between male and female populations. South Forsyth High School is composed of 49% Asian, 37% White, 7% Hispanic, 4% students of two or more races, and 3% Black students.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About South Forsyth High School - Cumming, GA

Quick Facts about South Forsyth High School
School NameSouth Forsyth High School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 9-12
Location585 Peachtree Pkwy, Cumming, GA 30041, Cumming, GA
CountyForsyth County
Phone+1 (770) 781-2264
Total Students2,634
Student-Teacher Ratio18:1
Full-Time Teachers138
Rating7.6/10
ELA Proficiency80%
Math Proficiency71%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about South Forsyth High School

What is South Forsyth High School?

South Forsyth High School is a high public located in Cumming.

How many students attend South Forsyth High School?

South Forsyth High School has approximately 2,634 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at South Forsyth High School?

The student-teacher ratio at South Forsyth High School is 18:1.

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