What grades does Winston-Salem Preparatory Acad serve?

Winston-Salem Preparatory Acad operates as a High school within the local district. The school serves families in the Winston-Salem area.

Where is Winston-Salem Preparatory Acad located?

Winston-Salem Preparatory Acad is a urban school in Winston-Salem, NC.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Winston-Salem Preparatory Acad?

The student-teacher ratio at Winston-Salem Preparatory Acad is 11.5:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Winston-Salem, NC?

Schools in Winston-Salem include Winston-Salem Preparatory Acad and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Winston-Salem area.

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Winston-Salem Preparatory Acad — School Calendar 2026-27

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Winston-Salem, NC 27101

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Upcoming Events

Sep

Thu

WIDA testing endsexamDistrict-wide

Oct

Mon

No School - Reserved Day for TeachersStaff DayDistrict-wide

Oct

Tue

CogAT testing for 2nd Grade through 10/16examDistrict-wide

Nov

Tue

Teacher workday - No School for StudentsStaff DayDistrict-wide

Nov

Wed

Veteran's Day HolidayHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Nov

Wed

Thanksgiving Break - No SchoolBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

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School Profile

Grades

6–12

Enrollment

358

Student:Teacher

11.5:1

Locale

Urban

District

Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools

Econ. Disadvantaged

99.2%

Phone

(336)703-6732

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

6-9%

Math Proficiency

1th percentile in NC

Graduation Rate

>=90%

Chronic Absenteeism

23.6%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

2 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

23 test takers

Athletics

9 sports, 9 teams

101 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 9.7:1

Better than average in NC

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

495

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

38.07

89% fully certified

Counselors

Social Workers

0.5

Nurses

0.33000001

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$13,811

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$8,593

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$14,172

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 24%State 52%Local 25%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$274,702

+2.0% 1yr+38.7% 5yr

Winston, NC metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

25.5%

Below 150% poverty line

5.9%

Unemployment rate

10.5%

Uninsured residents

11.3%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

8,055

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

7,462

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

2,743 (37%)

Speech/Language Impairment

1,362 (18%)

Other Health Impairment

1,049 (14%)

Autism

1,013 (14%)

Intellectual Disability

590 (8%)

Emotional Disturbance

102 (1%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

369

Current enrollment

Growing(+13% 5yr)

Coming Up

Thu, Sep 10, 2026

WIDA testing ends

exam

Mon, Oct 12, 2026

No School - Reserved Day for Teachers

Staff Day

Tue, Oct 13, 2026

CogAT testing for 2nd Grade through 10/16

exam

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools. Winston-Salem Preparatory Acad follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Fri, Sep 4, 2026	testing modules trainings dueDistrict-wide 26-27 Directions to Access and Complete the NCTest Modules.docx	exam	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day - No School for StudentsDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Thu, Sep 10, 2026	WIDA testing endsDistrict-wide	exam	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	No School - Reserved Day for TeachersDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Tue, Oct 13, 2026	CogAT testing for 2nd Grade through 10/16District-wide	exam	—
Tue, Nov 3, 2026	Teacher workday - No School for StudentsDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Veteran's Day HolidayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving Break - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Break	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving HolidaysDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Thu, Nov 26, 2026	Thanksgiving (H)oliday, All SchoolsDistrict-wide Thanksgiving (H)oliday for Staff, All Schools (No School for Students)	Holiday	—
Fri, Nov 27, 2026	Thanksgiving (H)oliday, All SchoolsDistrict-wide Thanksgiving (H)oliday for Staff, All Schools (No School for Students)	Holiday	—
Fri, Dec 4, 2026	Senior Breakfast/PortraitsDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Dec 7, 2026	Holiday Spirit WeekDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Fri, Dec 11, 2026	Choral Holiday ShowcaseDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Dec 14, 2026	HOLIDAY SPIRIT WEEKDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Dec 14, 2026	Semester 1 ExamsDistrict-wide	exam	—
Tue, Dec 15, 2026	Semester 1 ExamsDistrict-wide	exam	—
Wed, Dec 16, 2026	Semester 1 ExamsDistrict-wide	exam	—
Thu, Dec 17, 2026	Semester 1 ExamsDistrict-wide	exam	—
Thu, Dec 17, 2026	Holiday ProgramDistrict-wide	Holiday	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about Winston-Salem Preparatory Acad

Winston-Salem Preparatory Acad has a total enrollment of 358 students and serves grades High. The school is part of the local school district in Winston-Salem, NC.