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Mary Persons High School

Monroe County · Monroe County · 310 Montpelier Ave, Forsyth, GA 31029.0

(478)994-2812

9/10
#61
Rank 61 out of 384
Top 16%
English Language Arts8/10 · #89 · 78th percentile
Mathematics9/10 · #61 · 84th percentile
Science9/10 · #58 · 85th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Mary Persons High School sits in Forsyth, a small Georgia city with a tight-knit feel that's close enough to Macon and Atlanta to offer real convenience without the suburban sprawl. The school punches well above its size, landing in the top 20% statewide with particularly strong math and science performance — a good sign for families who want rigorous academics in a community-oriented setting. It's a solid fit for families drawn to that sweet spot of small-town roots and genuine academic ambition.

Student Demographics

334 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
238 (71%)
African American
74 (22%)
Hispanic
11 (3%)
Other
11 (3%)

Key Indicators

Socioeconomically Disadvantaged162 (49%)
Students with Disabilities37 (11%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

2,628
Enrollment
83.87
Teachers (FTE)
31.3:1
Student-Staff Ratio
5.72
Administrators (FTE)

Graduation Rate

93.8%of students graduate within 4 years

Graduation Rate Trend

College Readiness

Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs offer college-level coursework and are a key indicator of academic rigor.

12
AP Courses
offered
16.6%
AP Participation
of students
213
AP Enrollment
students

Source: Civil Rights Data Collection (CRDC) 2021-22

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs6/10 · #188 · 52nd percentile

15 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among High Schools in Georgia.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found