North Forsyth Magnet High vs Northwest Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 3.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Forsyth Magnet High
Winston Salem · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,084 students
Northwest Middle
Winston Salem · Public middle · Grades 6–8
702 students
| Measure | North Forsyth Magnet High Winston Salem, North Carolina | Northwest Middle Winston Salem, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #483 of 528 | #387 of 469 |
| National rank | #15705 of 16,910 | #14079 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,084 | 702 |
| Enrollment | 1,084 | 702 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.7% | 99.6% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 22% |
| city | Winston Salem | Winston Salem |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (17.4 vs 18.2).
- •Northwest Middle does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 27%).
- •Northwest Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.6% vs 99.7%).
- •Northwest Middle does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 15.9).
- •North Forsyth Magnet High is the larger school with 1,084 students compared with 702.
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 North Forsyth Magnet High better than Northwest Middle?
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 North Forsyth Magnet High and Northwest Middle?
About 3.1 km in a straight line, between Winston Salem and Winston Salem in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Forsyth Magnet High: 1,084. Northwest Middle: 702. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Forsyth Magnet High and Northwest Middle rank in North Carolina?
North Forsyth Magnet High is 483rd of 528 and Northwest Middle is 387th of 469 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).