FORBUSH HIGH SCHOOL
Forbush High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Yadkin County Schools school district, located in East Bend, NC with about 849 students offering grade levels from 8th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 55 teachers, Forbush High has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Forbush High School, located in East Bend, North Carolina, serves as a primary secondary education institution within the Yadkin County School District. As a "Falcon" stronghold, the school emphasizes a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for college and career readiness. Beyond standard classroom instruction, the school is known for fostering a community-focused environment that encourages student involvement in various extracurricular activities, athletics, and academic clubs, all aimed at developing well-rounded individuals.
The school operates under the Yadkin County Schools administrative framework, reflecting the district’s commitment to providing quality public education in a rural, close-knit setting. By balancing academic rigor with a supportive atmosphere, Forbush High strives to cultivate a sense of school spirit and local pride while equipping its student body with the necessary skills to succeed in an evolving global landscape. Their digital presence serves as a centralized hub for parents and students to access essential information regarding school calendars, faculty resources, and ongoing educational initiatives.
For more information, contact Forbush High at (336) 961-4644 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
East Bend, NC 27018-9621
(336) 961-4644
FORBUSH HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in East Bend, NC with about 849 enrolled students. See other public high schools in North Carolina
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Yadkin County Schools
- Total Students:
- 849
- Teachers:
- 55.34
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 849 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending FORBUSH HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 74% of the student body.
- White
- 74.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 20.1%
- Black or African American
- 3.2%
- Two or more races
- 2.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Asian
- 0.2%
- Female
- 48.6%
- Male
- 51.4%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.