- Clemmons Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 839 students
- Meadowlark Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 827 students
- Speas Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 793 students
- Frank Morgan Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 761 students
- Kimmel Farm Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 760 students
- Vienna Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 755 students
- Sedge Garden Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 714 students
- Sherwood Forest Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 670 students
- Caleb's Creek Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 642 students
- Piney Grove Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 635 students
- Walkertown Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 633 students
- Griffith Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 621 students
- Old Town Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 617 students
- Konnoak Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 600 students
- Lewisville Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 591 students
- Gibson Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 589 students
- Kernersville Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 568 students
- Jefferson Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 560 students
- Union Cross Traditional Acad — Grades PK–5 · 549 students
- Southwest Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 546 students
- Mineral Springs Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 545 students
- Hall-Woodward Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 532 students
- Forest Park Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 522 students
- Cash Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 520 students
- Petree Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 519 students
- + 18 more elementary schools
- Clemmons Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,092 students
- Hanes Magnet School — Grades 6–8 · 967 students
- Lewisville Middle — Grades 6–8 · 888 students
- Meadowlark Middle — Grades 6–8 · 857 students
- Thomas Jefferson Middle — Grades 6–8 · 808 students
- East Forsyth Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 772 students
- Wiley Magnet Middle — Grades 6–8 · 754 students
- Kernersville Middle — Grades 6–8 · 754 students
- Southeast Middle — Grades 6–8 · 733 students
- Mineral Springs Middle — Grades 6–8 · 702 students
- Northwest Middle — Grades 6–8 · 702 students
- Flat Rock Middle — Grades 6–8 · 674 students
- Walkertown Middle — Grades 6–8 · 617 students
- Konnoak Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 363 students
- West Forsyth High — Grades 9–12 · 2,145 students
- Ronald W Reagan High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,122 students
- R J Reynolds High — Grades 9–12 · 1,759 students
- East Forsyth High — Grades 9–12 · 1,647 students
- Parkland High — Grades 9–12 · 1,569 students
- Mount Tabor High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,426 students
- Robert B Glenn High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,396 students
- Atkins Academic & Tech High — Grades 9–12 · 1,187 students
- North Forsyth Magnet High — Grades 9–12 · 1,084 students
- Carver High — Grades 9–12 · 728 students
- Walkertown High — Grades 9–12 · 662 students
- Early College of Forsyth Co — Grades 9–12 · 306 students
- Carter High School — Grades 9–12 · 123 students
- Middle College of Forsyth Cnty — Grades 11–12 · 121 students
- Career Center — Grades 9–12
- Paisley Magnet School — Grades 6–10 · 553 students
- The Downtown School — Grades PK–8 · 453 students
- Winston-Salem Preparatory Acad — Grades 6–12 · 369 students
- J F Kennedy High — Grades 6–12 · 332 students
- Virtual Academy — Grades 3–8 · 177 students
- Lowrance Middle — Grades 6–10 · 129 students
- Main Street Academy — Grades 6–12 · 63 students
- Kingswood School — Grades PK–12 · 9 students
- Hospital/Homebound Education Center — Grades K–12
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| Metric | Forsyth County Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 52,717 | 3,700 | Much larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 81 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $10,626/yr | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 5/10 — Average | — | Near average |
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Ranked against 115 rated districts in NC → 40th percentile → 5/10.
Source: North Carolina Dept. of Public Instruction EOG, grades 3–8 Reading & Math Grade Level Proficient, 2024–25 school year. Full methodology →
About Forsyth County Schools
Forsyth County Schools is the public school district assigned to zip code 27284 in Forsyth, North Carolina. Serving students from Pre-K – 12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 27284. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Understanding the 5/10 Rating
With a rating of 5/10 (average), Forsyth County Schools ranks among North Carolina’s average-rated school systems. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in North Carolina’s EOG grades 3–8 Reading & Math assessments (2024–25 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because North Carolina is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Forsyth County Schools falls near the middle of North Carolina on state assessment results, with reading and math proficiency close to the state median. Average-rated districts provide foundational public education, and many families find they deliver solid day-to-day learning — particularly when parents stay engaged. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 27284
Children in zip code 27284 are assigned to Forsyth County Schools for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 27284, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Forsyth County Schools at (336)727-2292. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — North Carolina districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Kernersville
For families considering a purchase in the Forsyth area, district assignment matters financially. Because Forsyth County Schools serves zip code 27284, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 27284 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In North Carolina, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Forsyth County Schools programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 27284.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Forsyth County Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 27284 data.