South Forsyth High School
2,634 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
South Forsyth High School, located in Cumming, Georgia, is a highly regarded public secondary institution serving students in grades 9–12 within the Forsyth County School System. Known for its strong academic focus, the school consistently maintains high performance ratings and offers a rigorous curriculum that includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses and specialized elective pathways. The campus is designed to foster a comprehensive educational experience, balancing challenging academics with an extensive range of extracurricular activities, including championship-caliber athletic programs, competitive arts, and numerous student-led organizations.
Beyond the classroom, South Forsyth is characterized by its commitment to school spirit and community involvement. It serves a diverse and growing suburban population, leveraging its modern facilities to support a technology-rich learning environment. With a reputation for preparing students for success in higher education and the professional world, the school emphasizes a culture of excellence, collaboration, and personal growth. Its strategic location on Peachtree Parkway makes it a central hub for student life in the northern Atlanta suburbs, reflecting the broader values of the fast-growing Forsyth County community.
Beyond the classroom, South Forsyth is characterized by its commitment to school spirit and community involvement. It serves a diverse and growing suburban population, leveraging its modern facilities to support a technology-rich learning environment. With a reputation for preparing students for success in higher education and the professional world, the school emphasizes a culture of excellence, collaboration, and personal growth. Its strategic location on Peachtree Parkway makes it a central hub for student life in the northern Atlanta suburbs, reflecting the broader values of the fast-growing Forsyth County community.
2,634
Total Students
138.8
Full-Time Teachers
19.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
8.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 967 |
| Hispanic | 195 |
| Black | 69 |
| Asian | 1,290 |
| Two or More | 98 |
| American Indian | 14 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Asian1,290 (49.0%)
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White967 (36.7%)
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Hispanic195 (7.4%)
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Two or More98 (3.7%)
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Black69 (2.6%)
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American Indian14 (0.5%)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.0%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Forsyth County |
| Phone: | (770)781-2264 |
| Website: | http://www.forsyth.k12.ga.us/sfhs/site/default.asp |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 2,634 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 138.8 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 19.0 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 184 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 49 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
736
Grade 10
641
Grade 11
640
Grade 12
617
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 736 |
| Grade 10 | 641 |
| Grade 11 | 640 |
| Grade 12 | 617 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 1,311 | 49.8% |
| Male | 1,323 | 50.2% |
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