Excellent
#360 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 14% in state
Sedge Garden Elementary
Elementary School · Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools
475 Sedge Garden Road, Kernersville, NC 27284
Enrollment
734
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
734
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#360 of 2,648
In Kernersville
#2 of 12
public schools
In district
#10 of 78
Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools
Equity
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Sedge Garden Elementary
Sedge Garden Elementary is a public elementary school in Kernersville, NC, part of Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools. Sedge Garden Elementary serves approximately 734 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Sedge Garden Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #360 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Sedge Garden Elementary show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 6.0
- NC avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Sedge Garden Elementary — Students at Sedge Garden Elementary score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.6%
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 Sedge Garden Elementary Compares
See how Sedge Garden 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
475 Sedge Garden Road, Kernersville, NC 27284
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sedge Garden Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Smith Farm Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Winston-Salem), with a very similar rating. Another option is Appalachian Academy at Middle Fork (rated 6.8/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Walkertown), a more accessible option. Additionally, Cash Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 2.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Kernersville, see our Kernersville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Smith Farm Elementary Winston-Salem | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| East Forsyth High Kernersville | 1.6 mi | 3.6 |
| TRIAD BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kernersville | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Robert B Glenn High School Kernersville | 2.3 mi | 3.6 |
| East Forsyth Middle School Kernersville | 2.6 mi | 2.8 |
| Hall-Woodward Elementary Winston-Salem | 2.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Cash Elementary Kernersville | 2.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Southeast Middle Kernersville | 2.9 mi | 3.0 |
| Caleb's Creek Elementary Kernersville | 2.9 mi | 5.4 |
| GOSPEL LIGHT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Winston-Salem | 3.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Union Cross Traditional Acad Kernersville | 3.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Appalachian Academy at Middle Fork Walkertown | 3.6 mi | 6.8 |
| NC Leadership Charter Academy Kernersville | 3.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Petree Elementary Winston-Salem | 3.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Atkins Academic & Tech High Winston-Salem | 3.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Kernersville Elementary Kernersville | 3.8 mi | 5.5 |
| BEREAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Winston-Salem | 4.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Kernersville Middle Kernersville | 4.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Hanes Magnet School Winston-Salem | 4.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Walkertown Elementary Walkertown | 5.3 mi | 4.0 |
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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| Deep River Elementary Sanford, NC | 8.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sedge Garden Elementary
What grades does Sedge Garden Elementary serve?
Sedge Garden Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sedge Garden Elementary?
Sedge Garden Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 734 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sedge Garden Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sedge Garden Elementary is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sedge Garden Elementary rank in NC?
Sedge Garden Elementary ranks #360 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Sedge Garden Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sedge Garden Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Sedge Garden Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sedge Garden Elementary has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Sedge Garden Elementary a charter school?
No, Sedge Garden Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sedge Garden Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sedge Garden Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sedge Garden Elementary?
99.6% of students at Sedge Garden 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
- 734
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Forsyth County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.6%
- Phone
- (336) 771-4545
Resources & Links
District
Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools- District Enrollment
- 52,157
- Schools in District
- 81
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,811
- District Rank
- #10 of 78
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