Very Good
#846 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 32% in state
The Special Children's School
Elementary School · Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools
4505 Shattalon Dr, Winston-salem, NC 27106
Enrollment
56
Student-Teacher
4.7:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
56
Student-Teacher
4.7:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#846 of 2,648
In Winston-salem
#15 of 63
public schools
In district
#21 of 78
Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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The Special Children's School
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About The Special Children's School
The Special Children's School is a public elementary school in Winston-salem, NC, part of Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools. The Special Children's School serves approximately 56 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 4.7:1 student-teacher ratio. The Special Children's School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #846 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for The Special Children's School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2016) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2016).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 6.0
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 56 students, The Special Children's School 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 The Special Children's School 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 4.7:1 students to teachers, The Special Children's School 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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The Special Children's School — Students at The Special Children's School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC EDFACTS (2015-16)
Based on 4 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 The Special Children's School Compares
See how The Special Children's School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4505 Shattalon Dr, Winston-salem, NC 27106
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Special Children's School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sherwood Forest Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Meadowlark Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Speas Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Winston-salem, see our Winston-salem schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Old Town Elementary Winston-Salem | 0.7 mi | 3.3 |
| Jefferson Elementary Winston-Salem | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Mount Tabor High School Winston-Salem | 2.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Ronald W Reagan High School Pfafftown | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Forsyth Academy Winston-Salem | 2.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Gibson Elementary Winston-Salem | 2.6 mi | 3.1 |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle Winston-Salem | 2.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Speas Elementary Winston-Salem | 2.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Northwest Middle Winston-Salem | 3.0 mi | 2.9 |
| Sherwood Forest Elementary Winston-Salem | 3.5 mi | 9.2 |
| North Forsyth High Winston-Salem | 3.2 mi | 3.4 |
| Vienna Elementary Pfafftown | 3.2 mi | 7.8 |
| WOODLAND BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Winston-Salem | 3.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Meadowlark Elementary Winston-Salem | 4.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Meadowlark Middle Winston-Salem | 4.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Kingswood School Winston-Salem | 3.7 mi | — |
| Childrens Center Winston-Salem | 4.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Whitaker Elementary Winston-Salem | 4.2 mi | 7.9 |
| South Fork Elementary Winston-Salem | 4.9 mi | 5.2 |
| CALVARY DAY SCHOOL Winston-Salem | 4.9 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,091
Median Home Value
$286,000
Median Rent
$1,090/mo
Population
49,296
College Educated
48.2%
Homeownership
52.9%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
37.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Childrens Center Winston-Salem, NC | 7.1 |
| NORTH KANNAPOLIS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kannapolis, NC | 7.1 |
| ASHEVILLE ACADEMY Black Mountain, NC | 6.9 |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Charlotte, NC | 7.6 |
| TRINITY OF FAIRVIEW ACADEMY Fletcher, NC | 6.8 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS SCHOOL Jacksonville, NC | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Special Children's School
What grades does The Special Children's School serve?
The Special Children's School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend The Special Children's School?
The Special Children's School has an enrollment of approximately 56 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Special Children's School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Special Children's School is 4.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does The Special Children's School rank in NC?
The Special Children's School ranks #846 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is The Special Children's School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Special Children's School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 The Special Children's School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, The Special Children's School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2016) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2016).
Is The Special Children's School a charter school?
No, The Special Children's School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is The Special Children's School a Title I school?
No, The Special Children's School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for The Special Children's School?
94.6% of students at The Special Children's School 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
- 56
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.6%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Forsyth County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.0%
- Phone
- (336) 703-4191
Resources & Links
District
Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools- District Enrollment
- 52,157
- Schools in District
- 81
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,811
- District Rank
- #21 of 78
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