Serving 281 students in grades 9-12, Forks High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forks High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Forks High School's student population of 281 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
281 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Forks High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forks High School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1479 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
7%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
43%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
41%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forks High School's ranking?
Forks High School is ranked #1479 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Forks High School often compared to?
Forks High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Quileute Tribal School, Port Angeles High School, Sequim Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Forks High School?
The graduation rate of Forks High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Forks High School?
281 students attend Forks High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Forks High School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Forks High School?
Forks High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Forks High School offer ?
Forks High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Forks High School part of?
Forks High School is part of Quillayute Valley School District.
School Reviews
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