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#1902 of 2,648 schools in NC
Forest Park Elementary
Elementary School · Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools
2019 Milford Street, Winston-salem, NC 27107
Enrollment
529
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
529
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#1,902 of 2,648
In Winston-salem
#34 of 63
public schools
In district
#43 of 78
Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools
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Forest Park Elementary
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About Forest Park Elementary
Forest Park Elementary is a public elementary school in Winston-salem, NC, part of Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools. Forest Park Elementary serves approximately 529 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Forest Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,902 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Forest Park Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at Forest Park Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Forest Park Elementary — Students at Forest Park Elementary score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 36 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: 5.1/10.
How Forest Park Elementary Compares
See how Forest Park Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2019 Milford Street, Winston-salem, NC 27107
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Forest Park Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. The Arts Based School (rated 7.8/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is The Downtown School (rated 7.4/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Diggs-Latham Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Winston-salem, see our Winston-salem schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hanes Magnet School Winston-Salem | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Carter G. Woodson School Winston-Salem | 0.9 mi | 3.2 |
| Easton Elementary School Winston-Salem | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Main Street Academy Winston-Salem | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Philo-Hill Magnet Academy Winston-Salem | 1.4 mi | 3.1 |
| SALEM MONTESSORI SCHOOL Winston-Salem | 1.8 mi | 3.1 |
| Konnoak Elementary Winston-Salem | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| RISE ACADEMY Winston-Salem | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Winston-Salem Preparatory Acad Winston-Salem | 2.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Carter High School Winston-Salem | 2.6 mi | 3.1 |
| J F Kennedy High Winston-Salem | 2.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Diggs-Latham Elementary Winston-Salem | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| EPHESUS JR ACADEMY Winston-Salem | 2.8 mi | 5.0 |
| The Arts Based School Winston-Salem | 2.7 mi | 7.8 |
| The Downtown School Winston-Salem | 2.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Hall-Woodward Elementary Winston-Salem | 2.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Virtual Academy Winston-Salem | 2.7 mi | 3.5 |
| Parkland High Winston-Salem | 2.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Atkins Academic & Tech High Winston-Salem | 2.9 mi | 8.6 |
| WINSTON-SALEM STREET SCHOOL Winston-Salem | 2.8 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27107 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,897
Median Home Value
$201,700
Median Rent
$889/mo
Population
51,305
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
20.8%
Median Age
35.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brinson Memorial Elementary New Bern, NC | 5.2 |
| Brooks Elementary Raleigh, NC | 5.2 |
| Churchland Elementary Lexington, NC | 5.2 |
| Cornatzer Elementary Mocksville, NC | 5.2 |
| Costner Elementary Dallas, NC | 5.2 |
| Elon Elementary Elon, NC | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Forest Park Elementary
What grades does Forest Park Elementary serve?
Forest Park Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Forest Park Elementary?
Forest Park Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 529 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Forest Park Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Forest Park Elementary is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Forest Park Elementary rank in NC?
Forest Park Elementary ranks #1,902 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Forest Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Forest Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Forest Park Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Forest Park Elementary has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Forest Park Elementary a charter school?
No, Forest Park Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Forest Park Elementary a Title I school?
No, Forest Park Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Forest Park Elementary?
99.4% of students at Forest Park 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 529
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Forsyth County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.0%
- Phone
- (336) 703-4291
Resources & Links
District
Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools- District Enrollment
- 52,157
- Schools in District
- 81
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,811
- District Rank
- #43 of 78
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