Forsyth Academy vs North Hills Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 4.7 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 Hills Elementary
Winston-Salem · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
453 students
| Measure | Forsyth Academy Winston-Salem, North Carolina | North Hills Elementary Winston-Salem, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1341 of 1,457 | #1356 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #47999 of 50,301 | #48262 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 729 | 453 |
| Enrollment | 729 | 453 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | 99.3% |
| Students per teacher | 20.3 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 18% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 20% |
| city | Winston-Salem | Winston-Salem |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (14.2 vs 13.6).
- •Forsyth Academy does better on math proficiency (23% vs 20%).
- •Forsyth Academy does better on reading proficiency (34% vs 18%).
- •North Hills Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.3% vs 99.5%).
- •North Hills Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 20.3).
- •Forsyth Academy is the larger school with 729 students compared with 453.
- •Forsyth Academy is a charter school while North Hills Elementary 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 Hills Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Forsyth Academy and North Hills Elementary?
About 4.7 km in a straight line, between Winston-Salem and Winston-Salem in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Forsyth Academy: 729. North Hills Elementary: 453. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Forsyth Academy and North Hills Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Forsyth Academy is 1341st of 1,457 and North Hills Elementary is 1356th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).