At a glance
Reported students
1,647
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
99.61
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
16.5:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
North Carolina high enrollment
88th percentile
Compared with 617 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
578.5
East Forsyth High: 1,647 reported students.
State peer staffing position
34th percentile
16.5:1 reported; state peer median 18.3:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,656
- Teachers (FTE)
- 127.01
- Student–teacher ratio
- 13:1
What the reported data says about East Forsyth High
East Forsyth High is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Kernersville. It is one of 80 current school records connected to Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools. NCES reports 1,647 students for 2024–25.
Among 617 high schools in North Carolina with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 623 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 88th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 16.5:1, close to the North Carolina median of 18.3:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (42.9%) and Hispanic or Latino (28.4%). English learners represent 7% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 12.6%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 22 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking East Forsyth High
- 1How do the reported 16.5:1 student–teacher ratio and 99.61 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 6.28 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 7%
- Students with disabilities
- 12.6%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 99.8%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 6.28
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.17
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.4
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0.8
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White42.9%
- Hispanic28.4%
- Black22.4%
- Asian0.7%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.1%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial5.5%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
22 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Parkland High
High · Grades 09–12
1,569 reported students
R J Reynolds High
High · Grades 09–12
1,759 reported students
Mount Tabor High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,426 reported students
Robert B Glenn High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,396 reported students
Atkins Academic & Tech High
High · Grades 09–12
1,187 reported students
Ronald W Reagan High School
High · Grades 09–12
2,122 reported students
Public schools near East Forsyth High
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atkins Academic & Tech High High · Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools | 09–12 | 1,187 | 2.6 mi |
| Carver High High · Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools | 09–12 | 728 | 3.4 mi |
| Robert B Glenn High School High · Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools | 09–12 | 1,396 | 3.9 mi |
| Winston-Salem Preparatory Acad High · Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools | 06–12 | 369 | 4 mi |
| Walkertown High High · Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools | 09–12 | 662 | 4.1 mi |
| Career Center High · Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools | 09–12 | 0 | 4.7 mi |
Frequently asked questions about East Forsyth High
What grades does East Forsyth High serve?
East Forsyth High reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools.
How many students attend East Forsyth High?
East Forsyth High reported 1,647 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 88th percentile among 617 North Carolina high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,656 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at East Forsyth High?
The calculated ratio is 16.5:1, based on 1,647 students and 99.61 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The North Carolina median for the same school level is 18.3:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is East Forsyth High a public, charter, or magnet school?
East Forsyth High is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of East Forsyth High students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
99.8% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is East Forsyth High in?
East Forsyth High is part of Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools, based in Winston Salem, NC, which operates 80 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near East Forsyth High?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Atkins Academic & Tech High (2.6 mi), Carver High (3.4 mi), Robert B Glenn High School (3.9 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.