Mary Persons High School

Monroe County
310 Montpelier Ave
Forsyth, GA 31029
1,323 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Mary Persons High School, located in Forsyth, Georgia, serves as the primary high school for the Monroe County School District. As a staple of the local community, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence and its robust extracurricular culture. It typically serves students in grades 9 through 12, offering a comprehensive curriculum that includes college-preparatory courses, career and technical education (CTE) pathways, and dual-enrollment opportunities, allowing students to earn college credit while still in high school.

Beyond its academic offerings, Mary Persons is perhaps best known for its deep-rooted school spirit and highly competitive athletic programs, particularly in football, which often serve as a focal point for community engagement. The school fosters a supportive environment through a variety of clubs, arts programs, and leadership organizations, aiming to develop well-rounded students prepared for both higher education and the workforce. Situated in the heart of Forsyth, the school plays a central role in the social and educational life of Monroe County families.
1,323
Total Students
83.9
Full-Time Teachers
15.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
43.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    892 (67.4%)
  • Black
    313 (23.7%)
  • Hispanic
    55 (4.2%)
  • Two or More
    48 (3.6%)
  • Asian
    14 (1.1%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1%)
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: Monroe County
Phone: (478)994-2812
Website: http://mphs.monroe.k12.ga.us/o/mphs
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,323
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 83.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 519
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 59

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 419
Grade 10 331
Grade 11 319
Grade 12 254
Gender Ratio