North Forney High School is a public high school located in Kaufman County, Texas outside of Forney and is one of two high schools in the Forney Independent School District. It is classified as a 6A school by the UIL.
Serving 2,648 students in grades 9-12, North Forney High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,648 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Forney High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
North Forney High School's student population of 2,648 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 158 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,648 students
Total Classroom Teachers
158 teachers
Year Founded
2009
Colors
White, Black, Blue
School Rankings
North Forney High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Forney High School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6644 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
28%
54%
Black
52%
13%
White
13%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Forney Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Forney High School's ranking?
North Forney High School is ranked #6644 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are North Forney High School often compared to?
North Forney High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forney High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Forney High School?
The graduation rate of North Forney High School is 92%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend North Forney High School?
2,648 students attend North Forney High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of North Forney High School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Forney High School?
North Forney High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Forney High School offer ?
North Forney High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is North Forney High School part of?
North Forney High School is part of Forney Independent School District.
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