Needs Improvement
#2552 of 2,648 schools in NC
Gibson Elementary
Elementary School · Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools
2020 Walker Road, Winston-salem, NC 27106
Enrollment
659
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
659
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,552 of 2,648
In Winston-salem
#58 of 63
public schools
In district
#71 of 78
Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools
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About Gibson Elementary
Gibson Elementary is a public elementary school in Winston-salem, NC, part of Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools. Gibson Elementary serves approximately 659 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Gibson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,552 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Gibson Elementary show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.0
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
43% of students at Gibson 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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Gibson Elementary — Students at Gibson Elementary score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.5%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 2.8/10.
How Gibson Elementary Compares
See how Gibson 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
2020 Walker Road, Winston-salem, NC 27106
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gibson Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sherwood Forest Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 5.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Speas Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Old Richmond Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Tobaccoville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Winston-salem, see our Winston-salem schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Northwest Middle Winston-Salem | 0.4 mi | 2.9 |
| WOODLAND BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Winston-Salem | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Forsyth Academy Winston-Salem | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| North Forsyth High Winston-Salem | 1.8 mi | 3.4 |
| Old Town Elementary Winston-Salem | 2.0 mi | 3.3 |
| Kingswood School Winston-Salem | 1.9 mi | — |
| The Special Children's School Winston-Salem | 2.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Ronald W Reagan High School Pfafftown | 3.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Rural Hall Elementary Rural Hall | 3.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Speas Elementary Winston-Salem | 4.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Mount Tabor High School Winston-Salem | 4.2 mi | 4.9 |
| North Hills Elementary Winston-Salem | 4.2 mi | 2.8 |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle Winston-Salem | 4.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Jefferson Elementary Winston-Salem | 4.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Childrens Center Winston-Salem | 5.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Old Richmond Elementary Tobaccoville | 4.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Sherwood Forest Elementary Winston-Salem | 5.6 mi | 9.2 |
| Mineral Springs Elementary Winston-Salem | 4.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Mineral Springs Middle Winston-Salem | 4.7 mi | 2.4 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL King | 5.7 mi | 5.1 |
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
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|---|---|
| Waldo C Falkener Sr Elementary Greensboro, NC | 3.1 |
| Classical Charter Schools of Whiteville Whiteville, NC | 3.0 |
| Dabney Elementary Henderson, NC | 3.0 |
| Ed V Baldwin Elementary Hope Mills, NC | 3.2 |
| Grove Park Elementary Burlington, NC | 3.0 |
| Hillcrest Elementary Burlington, NC | 3.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gibson Elementary
What grades does Gibson Elementary serve?
Gibson Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Gibson Elementary?
Gibson Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 659 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gibson Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Gibson Elementary is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gibson Elementary rank in NC?
Gibson Elementary ranks #2,552 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Gibson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Gibson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 Gibson Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gibson Elementary has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Gibson Elementary a charter school?
No, Gibson Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gibson Elementary a Title I school?
No, Gibson Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gibson Elementary?
99.5% of students at Gibson 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
- 659
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Forsyth County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.1%
- Phone
- (336) 703-4212
Resources & Links
District
Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools- District Enrollment
- 52,157
- Schools in District
- 81
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,811
- District Rank
- #71 of 78
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