School Overview
Wake Forest High School, located in Wake Forest, North Carolina, is a prominent secondary school within the Wake County Public School System. Serving a diverse student body, the school is known for its strong emphasis on academic achievement, rigorous coursework, and a wide array of extracurricular activities. The campus facilities, located on West Stadium Drive, support a variety of student interests, ranging from competitive athletics—where the school is well-regarded for its "Cougars" teams—to various clubs, arts programs, and vocational offerings designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Wake Forest High School plays a significant role in the local community, fostering a culture of school spirit and civic engagement. The school leverages its affiliation with the larger Wake County district to provide students with access to robust technological resources and comprehensive support services. By balancing traditional classroom instruction with modern educational strategies, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded graduates who are ready to navigate the challenges of the 21st century.
2,101
Total Students
111.1
Full-Time Teachers
18.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
29.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Wake Forest High School
Demographic Student Count
White1,216
Hispanic288
Black452
Asian60
Two or More78
American Indian3
Pacific Islander4
  • White
    1,216 (57.9 %)
  • Black
    452 (21.5 %)
  • Hispanic
    288 (13.7 %)
  • Two or More
    78 (3.7 %)
  • Asian
    60 (2.9 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    4 (0.2 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (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: Wake County Schools
Phone: (919)554-8611
Website: http://www.wcpss.net/wakeforesths
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 2,101
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 111.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 585
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 36
Grades Taught
Grade 9 579
Grade 10 480
Grade 11 531
Grade 12 511

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Wake Forest High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9579
Grade 10480
Grade 11531
Grade 12511
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Wake Forest High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female98346.8%
Male1,11853.2%