Very Good
#900 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 34% in state
Childrens Center
Elementary School · Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools
2315 Coliseum Drive, Winston-salem, NC 27106
Enrollment
68
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
68
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#900 of 2,648
In Winston-salem
#17 of 63
public schools
In district
#22 of 78
Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Childrens Center
Childrens Center is a public elementary school in Winston-salem, NC, part of Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools. Childrens Center serves approximately 68 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 5.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Childrens Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #900 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Childrens Center show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 6.0
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 68 students, Childrens Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Childrens Center sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 5.2:1 students to teachers, Childrens Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Childrens Center — Students at Childrens Center score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 24 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.4/10.
How Childrens Center Compares
See how Childrens Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2315 Coliseum Drive, Winston-salem, NC 27106
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Childrens Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sherwood Forest Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Speas Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Whitaker Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Winston-salem, see our Winston-salem schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Whitaker Elementary Winston-Salem | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| ST LEO CATHOLIC SCHOOL Winston-Salem | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Lowrance Middle Winston-Salem | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Paisley IB Magnet School Winston-Salem | 1.1 mi | 3.0 |
| R J Reynolds High Winston-Salem | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Speas Elementary Winston-Salem | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Wiley Magnet Middle Winston-Salem | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Cook Literacy Model School Winston-Salem | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Kimberley Park Elementary Winston-Salem | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Brunson Elementary Winston-Salem | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Moore Magnet Elementary Winston-Salem | 2.1 mi | 4.6 |
| WINSTON-SALEM STREET SCHOOL Winston-Salem | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Sherwood Forest Elementary Winston-Salem | 1.9 mi | 9.2 |
| Virtual Academy Winston-Salem | 2.1 mi | 3.5 |
| Mount Tabor High School Winston-Salem | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| The Downtown School Winston-Salem | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| The Arts Based School Winston-Salem | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
| North Hills Elementary Winston-Salem | 2.7 mi | 2.8 |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle Winston-Salem | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Bolton Elementary Winston-Salem | 3.1 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,091
Median Home Value
$286,000
Median Rent
$1,090/mo
Population
49,296
College Educated
48.2%
Homeownership
52.9%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
37.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF DURHAM Durham, NC | 7.1 |
| NORTH KANNAPOLIS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kannapolis, NC | 7.1 |
| The Special Children's School Winston-Salem, NC | 7.2 |
| ASHEVILLE ACADEMY Black Mountain, NC | 6.9 |
| Aggie Academy Greensboro, NC | 6.9 |
| Knotts Island Elementary Knotts Island, NC | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Childrens Center
What grades does Childrens Center serve?
Childrens Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Childrens Center?
Childrens Center has an enrollment of approximately 68 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Childrens Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Childrens Center is 5.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Childrens Center rank in NC?
Childrens Center ranks #900 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Childrens Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Childrens Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Childrens Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Childrens Center has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Childrens Center a charter school?
No, Childrens Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Childrens Center a Title I school?
No, Childrens Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Childrens Center?
95.6% of students at Childrens Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 68
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.6%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Forsyth County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.3%
- Phone
- (336) 727-2440
Resources & Links
District
Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools- District Enrollment
- 52,157
- Schools in District
- 81
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,811
- District Rank
- #22 of 78
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