At a glance
Reported students
662
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
47.46
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
13.9:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
North Carolina high enrollment
53rd percentile
Compared with 617 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
578.5
Walkertown High: 662 reported students.
State peer staffing position
17th percentile
13.9:1 reported; state peer median 18.3:1. 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
- 706
- Teachers (FTE)
- 60.09
- Student–teacher ratio
- 11.7:1
What the reported data says about Walkertown High
Walkertown High is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Walkertown. It is one of 80 current school records connected to Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools. NCES reports 662 students for 2024–25.
Among 617 high schools in North Carolina with comparable records, this school is close in size to the reported median of 623 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 53rd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 13.9:1, below the North Carolina median of 18.3:1 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 White (42.4%) and Black (26.1%). English learners represent 5% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 14%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 8 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Walkertown High
- 1How do the reported 13.9:1 student–teacher ratio and 47.46 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 2.67 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 5%
- Students with disabilities
- 14%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 99.5%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 2.67
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.17
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.34
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0.33
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White42.4%
- Hispanic25.5%
- Black26.1%
- Asian0%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.2%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial5.7%
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
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
8 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
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.
Carver High
High · Grades 09–12
728 reported students
Winston-Salem Preparatory Acad
High · Grades 06–12
369 reported students
J F Kennedy High
High · Grades 09–12
332 reported students
Early College of Forsyth Co
High · Grades 09–12
306 reported students
North Forsyth Magnet High
High · Grades 09–12
1,084 reported students
Atkins Academic & Tech High
High · Grades 09–12
1,187 reported students
Public schools near Walkertown High
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Forsyth High High · Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools | 09–12 | 1,647 | 4.1 mi |
| Carver High High · Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools | 09–12 | 728 | 4.4 mi |
| Atkins Academic & Tech High High · Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools | 09–12 | 1,187 | 5.3 mi |
| Winston-Salem Preparatory Acad High · Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools | 06–12 | 369 | 6.2 mi |
| J F Kennedy High High · Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools | 09–12 | 332 | 6.8 mi |
| Career Center High · Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools | 09–12 | 0 | 6.8 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Walkertown High
What grades does Walkertown High serve?
Walkertown High reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools.
How many students attend Walkertown High?
Walkertown High reported 662 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 53rd percentile among 617 North Carolina high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 706 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Walkertown High?
The calculated ratio is 13.9:1, based on 662 students and 47.46 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The North Carolina median for the same school level is 18.3:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Walkertown High a public, charter, or magnet school?
Walkertown High is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Walkertown High students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
99.5% 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 Walkertown High in?
Walkertown High 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 Walkertown High?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include East Forsyth High (4.1 mi), Carver High (4.4 mi), Atkins Academic & Tech High (5.3 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.