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 2,434 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 25% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). 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 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,434 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (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 2,434 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 163 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,434 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
163 teachers
Year Founded
2009
Colors
White, Black, Blue
School Rankings
North Forney High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Forney High School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6593 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
29%
53%
Black
49%
13%
White
15%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Forney High School's ranking?
North Forney High School is ranked #6593 out of 8,188 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?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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 94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend North Forney High School?
2,434 students attend North Forney High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of North Forney High School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 15% 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 15:1, 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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