Forsyth Academy vs North Forsyth Magnet High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Forsyth Academy
Winston-Salem · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
729 students
North Forsyth Magnet High
Winston Salem · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,084 students
| Measure | Forsyth Academy Winston-Salem, North Carolina | North Forsyth Magnet High Winston Salem, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1341 of 1,457 | #483 of 528 |
| National rank | #47999 of 50,301 | #15705 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 729 | 1,084 |
| Enrollment | 729 | 1,084 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | 99.7% |
| Students per teacher | 20.3 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 22% |
| city | Winston-Salem | Winston Salem |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Forsyth Magnet High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (17.4 vs 14.2).
- •Forsyth Academy does better on math proficiency (23% vs 22%).
- •Forsyth Academy does better on reading proficiency (34% vs 27%).
- •Forsyth Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.5% vs 99.7%).
- •North Forsyth Magnet High does better on students per teacher (15.9 vs 20.3).
- •North Forsyth Magnet High is the larger school with 1,084 students compared with 729.
- •Forsyth Academy is a charter school while North Forsyth Magnet High is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Forsyth Academy better than North Forsyth Magnet High?
On the Success Index (US), North Forsyth Magnet High ranks higher (17.4 vs 14.2 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 Forsyth Academy and North Forsyth Magnet High?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Winston-Salem and Winston Salem in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Forsyth Academy: 729. North Forsyth Magnet High: 1,084. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Forsyth Academy and North Forsyth Magnet High rank in North Carolina?
Forsyth Academy is 1341st of 1,457 and North Forsyth Magnet High is 483rd of 528 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).