Denmark High School vs South Forsyth High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Georgia, United States, 5.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Denmark High School
Alpharetta · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,527 students
South Forsyth High School
Cumming · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,634 students
| Measure | Denmark High School Alpharetta, Georgia | South Forsyth High School Cumming, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #28 of 431 | #11 of 431 |
| National rank | #1938 of 16,910 | #938 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,527 | 2,634 |
| Enrollment | 2,527 | 2,634 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.5% | 8.8% |
| Students per teacher | 17.3 | 19.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 74% | 85% |
| Math proficiency | 68% | 82% |
| city | Alpharetta | Cumming |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Forsyth High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.6 vs 76.0).
- •South Forsyth High School does better on math proficiency (82% vs 68%).
- •South Forsyth High School does better on reading proficiency (85% vs 74%).
- •South Forsyth High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.8% vs 20.5%).
- •Denmark High School does better on students per teacher (17.3 vs 19.1).
- •South Forsyth High School is the larger school with 2,634 students compared with 2,527.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Denmark High School better than South Forsyth High School?
On the Success Index (US), South Forsyth High School ranks higher (82.6 vs 76.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Denmark High School and South Forsyth High School?
About 5.4 km in a straight line, between Alpharetta and Cumming in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Denmark High School: 2,527. South Forsyth High School: 2,634. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Denmark High School and South Forsyth High School rank in Georgia?
Denmark High School is 28th of 431 and South Forsyth High School is 11th of 431 among high schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).