Colonial Forge High School

Colonial Forge High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
550 Courthouse Rd,  Stafford, VA
Stafford County Public Schools
4.0
3.6
1,999 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr. Gregory O. Daniel
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Average SAT Score
1220
Average ACT Score
27
Math Proficiency
60%
Reading Proficiency
87%
Average GPA
3.56
Graduation Rate
90%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
B+
Teachers
A-
College Prep
B-
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
A-
Clubs and Activities
A
Sports
C+
Food
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Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.56
Reading Proficiency
87%
Math Proficiency
60%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers
199
Full Time Teachers
199
Teachers in First or Second Year
10%
College Prep
Average SAT
1220
Math
600
Verbal
620
Average ACT
27
Math
25
English
26
Reading
28
Science
26
Number of AP Courses
27
AP Pass Rate
68.6%
AP Math Enrollment
High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
259:1

Student Diversity

Female
50.4%
Male
49.6%
White
40.1%
Black
26.8%
Hispanic
16.8%
Two or more races
9.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
5.8%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Virginia Commonwealth University 557 Students
James Madison University 530 Students
George Mason University 467 Students
University of Virginia 446 Students
Virginia Tech 431 Students
Old Dominion University 310 Students
William & Mary 267 Students
University of Mary Washington 264 Students
Christopher Newport University 214 Students
Germanna Community College 163 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology 204 Students
Business 176 Students
Nursing 150 Students
Psychology 145 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 117 Students
Computer Science 113 Students
Political Science and Government 77 Students
Pre-Law Studies 77 Students
Criminology 62 Students
Engineering 51 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.0 360 Reviews
4.0 Junior
4/22/2025
Definitely and well put together school. However administration can be extremely strict and not very concerned about student need. Teachers are way more into student life and caring for student overall well being. Fun sport events and school activities with nice activities and interaction for students to get involved.
3.0 Senior
3/28/2025
Colonial Forge is a great school when it comes to academic readiness, clubs, and sports. I have made countless friends and gained experience and exposure to many great things through their programs.
5.0 Junior
12/29/2024
I think that the best part about Colonial Forge High School is that the school's diverse facilities and resources allow for students to learn of many different fields in the workforce and be able to prepare their futures. One thing I hope they could change is to make the school more focused on students futures rather than the present and current grades. Overall it is a very good school.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.6 18 Reviews
1.0 parent
6/24/2025
This school is punitive! The students have to walk in egg shells. The teachers has given me the impression that they are there for the pay check and some retirement benefits not really to help the kids. The principal and asst. school principals are awful! Not a good place for kids. They have no “mer...
5.0 other
5/22/2024
Amazing school one of the best high schools in stafford.
5.0 parent
3/8/2024
Both of my daughters attended CFHS and both had different but successful high school careers. One enjoyed all the sports/band/ and clubs, while the other took as many dual enrollment classes offered and graduated with an associates degree as well as her diploma. The teachers are very responsive to s...
1.0 parent
5/18/2023
This school is dysfunctional.The representation and organization unsystematic!Some counselors are overwhelmed, confused! No actually guidance or support for scholarships, transcripts or letter of recommendation. The Administrative Department is unsupportive with providing documentation to support yo...

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Colonial Forge High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Stafford, VA, in the Stafford neighborhood, and is served by the Stafford County Public Schools in Virginia. The school has a total enrollment of 1,999 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 10:1. Academic records show that 60% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 87% are proficient in reading. Colonial Forge High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.56, the graduation rate is 90%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1220 and an ACT score of 27. The average home value in this area is $553,219. Discover additional schools in the area, like North Stafford High School, Mountain View High School, H.H. Poole Middle School, and more. Learn more about what Stafford has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Colonial Forge High School.

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