SPEAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Speas Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools school district, located in Winston Salem, NC with about 667 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 46 teachers, Speas Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Speas Elementary, located on Polo Road in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, is a distinguished institution within the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools district. It is widely recognized for its unique identity as an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, specifically offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP). This curriculum focuses on developing students into global citizens through inquiry-based learning, emphasizing critical thinking, cultural awareness, and a strong sense of personal responsibility.

The school is perhaps most notable for its popular Global Village Dual Language Immersion program, which allows students to develop bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English from an early age. By integrating language acquisition with the IB framework, Speas fosters an inclusive and academically rigorous environment that prepares students for a diverse, interconnected world. The school's commitment to excellence and its specialized academic tracks make it a sought-after destination for families looking for a holistic, internationally-minded education in the Winston-Salem area.

For more information, contact Speas Elementary at (336) 703-4135 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.