Serving 329 students in grades 6-12, Winston-salem Preparatory Academy 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 5% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winston-salem Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Winston-salem Preparatory Academy's student population of 329 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
329 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Winston-salem Preparatory Academy 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 Winston-salem Preparatory Academy is 0.52, which is less 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
#2563 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
40%
20%
Black
57%
25%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winston-salem Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Winston-salem Preparatory Academy is ranked #2563 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Winston-salem Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Winston-salem Preparatory Academy is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Winston-salem Preparatory Academy?
329 students attend Winston-salem Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Winston-salem Preparatory Academy students are Black, 40% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Winston-salem Preparatory Academy?
Winston-salem Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Winston-salem Preparatory Academy offer ?
Winston-salem Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Winston-salem Preparatory Academy part of?
Winston-salem Preparatory Academy is part of Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools School District.
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