The Arts Based School vs The Downtown School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 454 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
The Arts Based School
Winston-Salem · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
663 students
The Downtown School
Winston Salem · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
453 students
| Measure | The Arts Based School Winston-Salem, North Carolina | The Downtown School Winston Salem, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #173 of 1,457 | #79 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #14559 of 50,301 | #6910 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 663 | 453 |
| Enrollment | 663 | 453 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 24.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 13.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 64% | 68% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 58% |
| city | Winston-Salem | Winston Salem |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •The Downtown School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.7 vs 65.4).
- •The Downtown School does better on math proficiency (58% vs 51%).
- •The Downtown School does better on reading proficiency (68% vs 64%).
- •The Downtown School does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 13.5).
- •The Arts Based School is the larger school with 663 students compared with 453.
- •The Arts Based School is a charter school while The Downtown School 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 The Arts Based School better than The Downtown School?
On the Success Index (US), The Downtown School ranks higher (76.7 vs 65.4 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 The Arts Based School and The Downtown School?
About 454 m in a straight line, between Winston-Salem and Winston Salem in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
The Arts Based School: 663. The Downtown School: 453. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do The Arts Based School and The Downtown School rank in North Carolina?
The Arts Based School is 173rd of 1,457 and The Downtown School is 79th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).