Excellent
#242 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 9% in state
Piney Grove Elementary
Elementary School · Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools
1500 Piney Grove Road, Kernersville, NC 27284
Enrollment
625
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
625
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#242 of 2,648
In Kernersville
#1 of 12
public schools
In district
#5 of 78
Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Piney Grove Elementary
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About Piney Grove Elementary
Piney Grove Elementary is a public elementary school in Kernersville, NC, part of Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools. Piney Grove Elementary serves approximately 625 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Piney Grove Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #242 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Piney Grove Elementary show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 6.0
- NC avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Piney Grove Elementary — Students at Piney Grove Elementary score 78% proficient, which is above 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
→ StableAverage 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: 7.3/10.
How Piney Grove Elementary Compares
See how Piney Grove 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
1500 Piney Grove Road, Kernersville, NC 27284
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Piney Grove Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oak Ridge Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Oak Ridge), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Colfax Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Colfax), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Sedge Garden Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 6.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Kernersville, see our Kernersville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kernersville Middle Kernersville | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Kernersville Elementary Kernersville | 2.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Oak Ridge Elementary Oak Ridge | 3.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Colfax Elementary Colfax | 4.4 mi | 8.4 |
| OAK RIDGE MILITARY ACADEMY Oak Ridge | 3.9 mi | 8.0 |
| TRIAD BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kernersville | 4.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Cash Elementary Kernersville | 4.1 mi | 6.0 |
| East Forsyth Middle School Kernersville | 4.5 mi | 2.8 |
| Southeast Middle Kernersville | 5.8 mi | 3.0 |
| Caleb's Creek Elementary Kernersville | 5.9 mi | 5.4 |
| GOSPEL LIGHT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Winston-Salem | 5.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Walkertown Middle Walkertown | 5.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Walkertown High Walkertown | 5.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Walkertown Elementary Walkertown | 5.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Northwest Guilford High Greensboro | 5.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Northwest Guilford Middle Greensboro | 5.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Sedge Garden Elementary Kernersville | 6.3 mi | 8.1 |
| East Forsyth High Kernersville | 6.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Cornerstone Charter Academy-CFA Greensboro | 6.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Stokesdale Elementary Stokesdale | 6.7 mi | 7.1 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ballentine Elementary Fuquay-Varina, NC | 8.4 |
| Beverly Woods Elementary Charlotte, NC | 8.4 |
| Blowing Rock Elementary Blowing Rock, NC | 8.4 |
| Colfax Elementary Colfax, NC | 8.4 |
| Creekside Elementary New Bern, NC | 8.4 |
| Elizabeth Lane Elementary Matthews, NC | 8.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Piney Grove Elementary
What grades does Piney Grove Elementary serve?
Piney Grove Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Piney Grove Elementary?
Piney Grove Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 625 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Piney Grove Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Piney Grove Elementary is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Piney Grove Elementary rank in NC?
Piney Grove Elementary ranks #242 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Piney Grove Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Piney Grove Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Piney Grove Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Piney Grove Elementary has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Piney Grove Elementary a charter school?
No, Piney Grove Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Piney Grove Elementary a Title I school?
No, Piney Grove Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Piney Grove Elementary?
99.5% of students at Piney Grove 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 625
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Forsyth County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.8%
- Phone
- (336) 703-4122
Resources & Links
District
Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools- District Enrollment
- 52,157
- Schools in District
- 81
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,811
- District Rank
- #5 of 78
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