Serving 438 students in grades 9-12, Forest High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 438 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forest High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Forest High School's student population of 438 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
438 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Forest High School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest High School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#391 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Hispanic
47%
7%
Black
42%
45%
White
8%
40%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.4%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest High School's ranking?
Forest High School is ranked #391 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Forest High School often compared to?
Forest High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Forest High School?
The graduation rate of Forest High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Forest High School?
438 students attend Forest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Forest High School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forest High School?
Forest High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Forest High School offer ?
Forest High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Forest High School part of?
Forest High School is part of Forest Municipal School District.
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