COLONIAL FORGE HIGH SCHOOL
Colonial Forge High is a public high school that is part of the Stafford County Public Schools school district, located in Stafford, VA with about 2,103 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 123 teachers, Colonial Forge High has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.
Colonial Forge High School, located at 550 Courthouse Rd in Stafford, Virginia, is a prominent public secondary institution serving the Stafford County community. As part of a growing school division, it is known for maintaining a comprehensive academic environment that offers a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual-enrollment opportunities, and specialized programs designed to prepare students for post-secondary success. The school places a significant emphasis on fostering both intellectual growth and character development, aiming to equip its student body with the necessary tools to navigate an increasingly competitive global landscape.
Beyond its academic rigor, Colonial Forge is well-regarded for its robust extracurricular culture. The school boasts a highly active athletics department and a diverse range of student-led clubs, performing arts groups, and service organizations. This vibrant campus life is central to the "Forge" identity, promoting school spirit and providing students with meaningful outlets for leadership, teamwork, and community engagement. By balancing a challenging curriculum with a supportive and inclusive extracurricular environment, Colonial Forge strives to cultivate a well-rounded educational experience for all its students.
For more information, contact Colonial Forge High at (540) 658-6115 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Stafford, VA 22554
(540) 658-6115
COLONIAL FORGE HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Stafford, VA with about 2,103 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Virginia
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Stafford County Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 2,103
- Teachers:
- 123.75
- 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
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Supplemental 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 2,103 students
- White
- 48.2%
- Black or African American
- 24.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 15.1%
- Two or more races
- 7.9%
- Asian
- 3.9%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Female
- 47.3%
- Male
- 52.7%
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.