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#1760 of 2,648 schools in NC
Main Street Academy
High School · Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools
3683 Old Lexington Road, Winston-salem, NC 27107
Enrollment
37
Student-Teacher
2.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
37
Student-Teacher
2.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#1,760 of 2,648
In Winston-salem
#31 of 63
public schools
In district
#39 of 78
Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Main Street Academy
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About Main Street Academy
Main Street Academy is a public high school in Winston-salem, NC, part of Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools. Main Street Academy serves approximately 37 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 2.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Main Street Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,760 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Main Street Academy show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 37 students, Main Street Academy 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 Main Street Academy 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 2.5:1 students to teachers, Main Street Academy 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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Main Street Academy — Students at Main Street Academy score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 25 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.
How Main Street Academy Compares
See how Main Street Academy 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
3683 Old Lexington Road, Winston-salem, NC 27107
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Main Street Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Early College of Forsyth Co (rated 7.8/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Middle College of Forsyth Cnty (rated 7.6/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Parkland High (rated 4.2/10, 2.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Winston-salem, see our Winston-salem schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Easton Elementary School Winston-Salem | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Carter G. Woodson School Winston-Salem | 1.2 mi | 3.2 |
| Hanes Magnet School Winston-Salem | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Philo-Hill Magnet Academy Winston-Salem | 1.3 mi | 3.1 |
| Forest Park Elementary Winston-Salem | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| RISE ACADEMY Winston-Salem | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Konnoak Elementary Winston-Salem | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Parkland High Winston-Salem | 2.0 mi | 4.2 |
| BEREAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Winston-Salem | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| SALEM MONTESSORI SCHOOL Winston-Salem | 2.8 mi | 3.1 |
| Griffith Elementary Winston-Salem | 2.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Diggs-Latham Elementary Winston-Salem | 2.8 mi | 7.1 |
| OUR LADY OF MERCY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Winston-Salem | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Middle College of Forsyth Cnty Winston-Salem | 3.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Early College of Forsyth Co Winston-Salem | 3.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Hall-Woodward Elementary Winston-Salem | 3.3 mi | 4.2 |
| The Downtown School Winston-Salem | 3.8 mi | 7.4 |
| VERNON FOREST BAPTIST TRAINING CENTER Winston-Salem | 3.4 mi | — |
| Virtual Academy Winston-Salem | 3.8 mi | 3.5 |
| The Arts Based School Winston-Salem | 3.9 mi | 7.8 |
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 |
|---|---|
| WORD OF GOD FELLOWSHIP Raleigh, NC | 5.3 |
| WORD OF GOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Raleigh, NC | 5.2 |
| Ray Street Academy Graham, NC | 5.1 |
| Wayne Middle / High Academy Goldsboro, NC | 5.1 |
| ECKERD - BOOMER CAMPUS Boomer, NC | 6.4 |
| Partnership Academy Hillsborough, NC | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Main Street Academy
What grades does Main Street Academy serve?
Main Street Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Main Street Academy?
Main Street Academy has an enrollment of approximately 37 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Main Street Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Main Street Academy is 2.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Main Street Academy rank in NC?
Main Street Academy ranks #1,760 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Main Street Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Main Street Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Main Street Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Main Street Academy has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Main Street Academy a charter school?
No, Main Street Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Main Street Academy a Title I school?
No, Main Street Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Main Street Academy?
91.9% of students at Main Street Academy 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
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 37
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.9%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Forsyth County
- Phone
- (336) 703-4185
Resources & Links
District
Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools- District Enrollment
- 52,157
- Schools in District
- 81
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,811
- District Rank
- #39 of 78
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