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Cash Elementary

Elementary School · Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools

4700 Old Hollow Road, Kernersville, NC 27284

Enrollment

532

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#1,496 of 2,648

In Kernersville

#5 of 12

public schools

In district

#31 of 78

Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools

Equity

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Cash Elementary

6.0/10

Elementary School in Kernersville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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2.8/10

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About Cash Elementary

Cash Elementary is a public elementary school in Kernersville, NC, part of Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools. Cash Elementary serves approximately 532 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Cash Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,496 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Cash Elementary show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • NC avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.18 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency63.5% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61.9% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg-0.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+15.3 pts
Overall Proficiency63% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected+16.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile76th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,811
Chronic Absenteeism26.9%

Cash Elementary — Students at Cash Elementary score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

99.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 58.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
59.4% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 59.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.7% (2025 NC)

Based on 36 test records from NC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
88%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
66%
ELA
54%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
60%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
50%
2015
Math
56%
ELA
63%
2016
Math
50%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
51%
2020*
Math
31%
ELA
46%
2021*
Math
31%
ELA
46%
2022
Math
47.6%
ELA
50.3%
2025
Math
63.6%
ELA
61.9%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.7/10.

How Cash Elementary Compares

See how Cash Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
44th percentile in NC
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4700 Old Hollow Road, Kernersville, NC 27284

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cash Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Piney Grove Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 4.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sedge Garden Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Smith Farm Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Winston-Salem), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kernersville, see our Kernersville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.6 mi
School Distance Rating
East Forsyth Middle School Kernersville 0.4 mi 2.8
GOSPEL LIGHT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Winston-Salem 1.5 mi 6.2
East Forsyth High Kernersville 2.1 mi 3.6
TRIAD BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kernersville 2.5 mi 5.5
Sedge Garden Elementary Kernersville 2.9 mi 8.1
Kernersville Elementary Kernersville 2.5 mi 5.5
Walkertown Elementary Walkertown 2.9 mi 4.0
Appalachian Academy at Middle Fork Walkertown 2.6 mi 6.8
Walkertown Middle Walkertown 3.0 mi 4.7
Walkertown High Walkertown 3.1 mi 6.0
Kernersville Middle Kernersville 2.8 mi 6.6
Smith Farm Elementary Winston-Salem 4.0 mi 7.8
Southeast Middle Kernersville 4.3 mi 3.0
Caleb's Creek Elementary Kernersville 4.5 mi 5.4
Robert B Glenn High School Kernersville 4.8 mi 3.6
Piney Grove Elementary Kernersville 4.1 mi 8.4
Petree Elementary Winston-Salem 4.2 mi 3.9
Hall-Woodward Elementary Winston-Salem 4.9 mi 4.2
Atkins Academic & Tech High Winston-Salem 4.5 mi 8.6
Ibraham Elementary Winston-Salem 4.6 mi 3.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27284 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,739

Median Home Value

$259,500

Median Rent

$1,086/mo

Population

57,119

College Educated

34%

Homeownership

72.1%

Avg Commute

25.1 min

Poverty Rate

8.3%

Median Age

42.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cash Elementary

What grades does Cash Elementary serve?

Cash Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Cash Elementary?

Cash Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 532 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cash Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Cash Elementary is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cash Elementary rank in NC?

Cash Elementary ranks #1,496 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Cash Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Cash Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Cash Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cash Elementary has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Cash Elementary a charter school?

No, Cash Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Cash Elementary a Title I school?

No, Cash Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cash Elementary?

99.4% of students at Cash Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
532
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Forsyth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.9%

District

Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools
District Enrollment
52,157
Schools in District
81
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,811
District Rank
#31 of 78

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