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Kernersville Middle

Middle School · Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools

110 Brown Road, Kernersville, NC 27284

Enrollment

754

Student-Teacher

16.8:1

Score

6.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#1,188 of 2,648

In Kernersville

#4 of 12

public schools

In district

#27 of 78

Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools

Equity

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Kernersville Middle

6.6/10

Middle School in Kernersville · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Kernersville Elementary

5.5/10

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8.4/10

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About Kernersville Middle

Kernersville Middle is a public middle school in Kernersville, NC, part of Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools. Kernersville Middle serves approximately 754 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Kernersville Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,188 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Kernersville Middle show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.8 pts above district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • NC avg 5.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.45 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58.3% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47.5% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg+1.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.7 pts
Overall Proficiency53% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected+6.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
Resources & Environment6.1Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,811
Chronic Absenteeism27.1%

Kernersville Middle — Students at Kernersville Middle score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

98.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 53.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.9% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 52.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (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
82%
ELA
74%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
74%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
38%
ELA
46%
2013
Math
38%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
41%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
46%
ELA
46%
2016
Math
50%
ELA
49%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
43%
2022
Math
52.2%
ELA
48.7%
2025
Math
58.4%
ELA
47.5%

* 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: 6.6/10.

How Kernersville Middle Compares

See how Kernersville Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
55th percentile in NC
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
6.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.1%

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

110 Brown Road, Kernersville, NC 27284

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kernersville Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Walkertown Middle (rated 4.7/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Walkertown), a more accessible option. Another option is Southeast Middle (rated 3.0/10, 3.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, East Forsyth Middle School (rated 2.8/10, 3.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Kernersville, see our Kernersville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Kernersville Elementary Kernersville 0.7 mi 5.5
Piney Grove Elementary Kernersville 1.9 mi 8.4
TRIAD BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kernersville 2.6 mi 5.5
Cash Elementary Kernersville 2.8 mi 6.0
East Forsyth Middle School Kernersville 3.1 mi 2.8
Southeast Middle Kernersville 3.9 mi 3.0
Caleb's Creek Elementary Kernersville 4.1 mi 5.4
Colfax Elementary Colfax 4.1 mi 8.4
GOSPEL LIGHT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Winston-Salem 4.2 mi 6.2
Sedge Garden Elementary Kernersville 4.5 mi 8.1
Robert B Glenn High School Kernersville 5.2 mi 3.6
East Forsyth High Kernersville 4.5 mi 3.6
Walkertown Middle Walkertown 5.0 mi 4.7
Walkertown High Walkertown 5.0 mi 6.0
Walkertown Elementary Walkertown 5.0 mi 4.0
Oak Ridge Elementary Oak Ridge 5.0 mi 8.9
Smith Farm Elementary Winston-Salem 5.3 mi 7.8
OAK RIDGE MILITARY ACADEMY Oak Ridge 5.5 mi 8.0
Appalachian Academy at Middle Fork Walkertown 5.3 mi 6.8
NC Leadership Charter Academy Kernersville 6.5 mi 6.7

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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Mount Holly Middle Mount Holly, NC 6.6
Southern Middle Aberdeen, NC 6.6
Swansboro Middle Swansboro, NC 6.6
Chatham Middle Siler City, NC 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kernersville Middle

What grades does Kernersville Middle serve?

Kernersville Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Kernersville Middle?

Kernersville Middle has an enrollment of approximately 754 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kernersville Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Kernersville Middle is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Kernersville Middle rank in NC?

Kernersville Middle ranks #1,188 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Kernersville Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Kernersville Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Kernersville Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Kernersville Middle has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Kernersville Middle a charter school?

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

Is Kernersville Middle a Title I school?

No, Kernersville Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kernersville Middle?

98.7% of students at Kernersville Middle 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
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
754
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Free/Reduced Lunch
98.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Forsyth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.1%

District

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

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