Needs Improvement
#2591 of 2,648 schools in NC
North Hills Elementary
Elementary School · Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools
340 Alspaugh Drive, Winston-salem, NC 27105
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,591 of 2,648
In Winston-salem
#61 of 63
public schools
In district
#75 of 78
Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools
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About North Hills Elementary
North Hills Elementary is a public elementary school in Winston-salem, NC, part of Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools. North Hills Elementary serves approximately 438 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. North Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,591 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for North Hills Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 2.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.0
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
54% of students at North Hills 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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North Hills Elementary — Students at North Hills Elementary score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.3%
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: 2.5/10.
How North Hills Elementary Compares
See how North Hills 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
340 Alspaugh Drive, Winston-salem, NC 27105
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Hills Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Speas Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is The Arts Based School (rated 7.8/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, The Downtown School (rated 7.4/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Winston-salem, see our Winston-salem schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mineral Springs Middle Winston-Salem | 1.1 mi | 2.4 |
| Mineral Springs Elementary Winston-Salem | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Kimberley Park Elementary Winston-Salem | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Lowrance Middle Winston-Salem | 2.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Paisley IB Magnet School Winston-Salem | 2.6 mi | 3.0 |
| North Forsyth High Winston-Salem | 2.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Cook Literacy Model School Winston-Salem | 2.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Childrens Center Winston-Salem | 2.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Kingswood School Winston-Salem | 2.7 mi | — |
| Ashley Academy Winston-Salem | 2.8 mi | 4.1 |
| EPHESUS JR ACADEMY Winston-Salem | 3.0 mi | 5.0 |
| J F Kennedy High Winston-Salem | 3.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Carter High School Winston-Salem | 3.1 mi | 3.1 |
| The Arts Based School Winston-Salem | 3.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Quality Education Academy Winston-Salem | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Carver High Winston-Salem | 2.7 mi | 3.1 |
| Speas Elementary Winston-Salem | 2.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Virtual Academy Winston-Salem | 3.3 mi | 3.5 |
| The Downtown School Winston-Salem | 3.4 mi | 7.4 |
| WINSTON-SALEM STREET SCHOOL Winston-Salem | 3.4 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27105 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,580
Median Home Value
$151,300
Median Rent
$888/mo
Population
41,257
College Educated
18.2%
Homeownership
54.4%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
27.8%
Median Age
35.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| River Oaks Academy Charlotte, NC | 2.8 |
| Walker-Spivey Elementary Fayetteville, NC | 2.8 |
| Mariam Boyd Elementary Warrenton, NC | 2.7 |
| Clarke Elementary Henderson, NC | 2.9 |
| North Rowan Elementary Spencer, NC | 2.9 |
| Oaks Road Academy New Bern, NC | 2.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Hills Elementary
What grades does North Hills Elementary serve?
North Hills Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend North Hills Elementary?
North Hills Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 438 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Hills Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at North Hills Elementary is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North Hills Elementary rank in NC?
North Hills Elementary ranks #2,591 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is North Hills Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
North Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 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 North Hills Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North Hills Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is North Hills Elementary a charter school?
No, North Hills Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North Hills Elementary a Title I school?
No, North Hills Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Hills Elementary?
99.3% of students at North Hills 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
- 438
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Forsyth County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.1%
- Phone
- (336) 703-4176
Resources & Links
District
Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools- District Enrollment
- 52,157
- Schools in District
- 81
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,811
- District Rank
- #75 of 78
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