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#152 of 404 private schools in NC
Top 37% of private schools
Forsyth Country Day School
School
5501 SHALLOWFORD RD, Lewisville, NC 27023
Enrollment
721
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
721
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#152 of 404
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About Forsyth Country Day School
Forsyth Country Day School is a private school in Lewisville, NC. Forsyth Country Day School serves approximately 721 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Forsyth Country Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #152 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- NC avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9.1:1 students to teachers, Forsyth Country Day School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Forsyth Country Day School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Forsyth Country Day School compares to the 2 public schools in Lewisville, NC
Student Demographics
All Schools in Lewisville
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Forsyth Country Day School (this school) | 6.7 |
| Lewisville Middle | 8.3 |
| Lewisville Elementary | 8.4 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NC.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in NC
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
5501 SHALLOWFORD RD, Lewisville, NC 27023
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Forsyth Country Day School may also want to explore other schools in the area. CATHEDRAL OAK ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Clemmons), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CALVARY DAY SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Winston-Salem), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lewisville, see our Lewisville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lewisville Middle Lewisville | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Meadowlark Middle Winston-Salem | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Meadowlark Elementary Winston-Salem | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Lewisville Elementary Lewisville | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Southwest Elementary Clemmons | 2.3 mi | 9.1 |
| West Forsyth High Clemmons | 2.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Vienna Elementary Pfafftown | 2.8 mi | 7.8 |
| CATHEDRAL OAK ACADEMY Clemmons | 2.9 mi | 7.8 |
| CALVARY DAY SCHOOL Winston-Salem | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Jefferson Elementary Winston-Salem | 2.9 mi | 7.0 |
| South Fork Elementary Winston-Salem | 3.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Frank Morgan Elementary Clemmons | 4.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle Winston-Salem | 4.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Ronald W Reagan High School Pfafftown | 5.0 mi | 7.4 |
| The Special Children's School Winston-Salem | 4.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Clemmons Elementary Clemmons | 5.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Sherwood Forest Elementary Winston-Salem | 4.4 mi | 9.2 |
| Mount Tabor High School Winston-Salem | 4.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Old Town Elementary Winston-Salem | 5.3 mi | 3.3 |
| Clemmons Middle School Winston-Salem | 5.9 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27023 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,418
Median Home Value
$315,000
Median Rent
$1,030/mo
Population
13,998
College Educated
50.4%
Homeownership
86.8%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
41.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Wilson Preparatory Academy Wilson, NC | 6.6 |
| BURLINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Burlington, NC | 6.9 |
| River Mill Academy Graham, NC | 6.9 |
| CAROLINA DAY SCHOOL Asheville, NC | 7.0 |
| Lake Lure Classical Academy Lake Lure, NC | 7.0 |
| Durham Charter School Durham, NC | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Forsyth Country Day School
What grades does Forsyth Country Day School serve?
Forsyth Country Day School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Forsyth Country Day School?
Forsyth Country Day School has an enrollment of approximately 721 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Forsyth Country Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Forsyth Country Day School is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Forsyth Country Day School rank in NC?
Forsyth Country Day School ranks #152 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is Forsyth Country Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
Forsyth Country Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Forsyth Country Day School a private school?
Yes, Forsyth Country Day School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Forsyth Country Day School a religious school?
No, Forsyth Country Day School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 721
- Gender Split
- 63% M / 37% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 80
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Forsyth County
- Phone
- (336) 945-3151
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