Serving 380 students in grades 6-8, Philo-hill Magnet Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Philo-hill Magnet Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Philo-hill Magnet Academy's student population of 380 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
380 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Philo-hill Magnet Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Philo-hill Magnet Academy is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2609 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
59%
21%
Black
31%
25%
White
7%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Philo-hill Magnet Academy's ranking?
Philo-hill Magnet Academy is ranked #2609 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Philo-hill Magnet Academy?
380 students attend Philo-hill Magnet Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Philo-hill Magnet Academy students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Philo-hill Magnet Academy?
Philo-hill Magnet Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Philo-hill Magnet Academy offer ?
Philo-hill Magnet Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Philo-hill Magnet Academy part of?
Philo-hill Magnet Academy is part of Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools School District.
School Reviews
1 2/10/2020
Terrible school. The students are wild, no self control. Teachers can't upload grades on time, or they will lose assignments. They will search your child without contacting you. So many issues that I have had with this school. So glad my child with be at a different school next year. If you have the choice, do not send your child to Philo Hill Magnet.
5 1/29/2020
This school is amazing may I say adequate has the best teachers and students they are so smart.
3 1/6/2020
bad school please don't let your kids come.
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