Serving 541 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ward Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ward Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ward Elementary School's student population of 541 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
541 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ward Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ward Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2212 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
28%
20%
Black
38%
25%
White
22%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ward Elementary School's ranking?
Ward Elementary School is ranked #2212 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Ward Elementary School often compared to?
Ward Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clemmons Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Ward Elementary School?
541 students attend Ward Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Ward Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ward Elementary School?
Ward Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ward Elementary School offer ?
Ward Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ward Elementary School part of?
Ward Elementary School is part of Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools School District.
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