At a glance
Reported students
355
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
28.67
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
12.4:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
North Carolina elementary enrollment
30th percentile
Compared with 1,460 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
578.5
Brunson Elementary: 355 reported students.
State peer staffing position
12th percentile
12.4:1 reported; state peer median 14.7:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 378
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42.73
- Student–teacher ratio
- 8.8:1
What the reported data says about Brunson Elementary
Brunson Elementary is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Winston Salem. It is one of 80 current school records connected to Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools. NCES reports 355 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,460 elementary schools in North Carolina with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 458 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 30th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 12.4:1, below the North Carolina median of 14.7:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Black (41.4%) and White (30.1%). English learners represent 11.9% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 9.5%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Brunson Elementary
- 1How do the reported 12.4:1 student–teacher ratio and 28.67 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 11.9%
- Students with disabilities
- 9.5%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 99.2%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.17
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.25
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0.3
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White30.1%
- Hispanic20%
- Black41.4%
- Asian2%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.3%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial6.2%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Ibraham Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
357 reported students
Ashley Academy
Elementary · Grades PK–05
348 reported students
Kimberley Park Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
332 reported students
Bolton Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
380 reported students
Diggs-Latham Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
385 reported students
Old Richmond Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
408 reported students
Public schools near Brunson Elementary
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anderson Academy Elementary · Charter · Anderson Academy | KG–04 | — | 1 mi |
| Cook Literacy Model School Elementary · Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools | PK–05 | 228 | 1.1 mi |
| The Downtown School Elementary · Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools | PK–08 | 453 | 1.1 mi |
| Diggs-Latham Elementary Elementary · Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools | PK–05 | 385 | 1.2 mi |
| Moore Magnet Elementary Elementary · Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools | PK–05 | 450 | 1.2 mi |
| The Arts Based School Elementary · Charter · Arts Based School | KG–08 | 663 | 1.3 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Brunson Elementary
What grades does Brunson Elementary serve?
Brunson Elementary reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools.
How many students attend Brunson Elementary?
Brunson Elementary reported 355 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 30th percentile among 1,460 North Carolina elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 378 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Brunson Elementary?
The calculated ratio is 12.4:1, based on 355 students and 28.67 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The North Carolina median for the same school level is 14.7:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Brunson Elementary a public, charter, or magnet school?
Brunson Elementary is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Brunson Elementary students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
99.2% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Brunson Elementary in?
Brunson Elementary is part of Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools, based in Winston Salem, NC, which operates 80 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Brunson Elementary?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Anderson Academy (1 mi), Cook Literacy Model School (1.1 mi), The Downtown School (1.1 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.