ATKINS ACADEMIC & TECH HIGH SCHOOL
Atkins Academic & Tech High is a public high school that is part of the Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools school district, located in Winston-Salem, NC with about 952 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 58 teachers, Atkins Academic & Tech High has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.
Atkins Academic & Technology High School, located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, is a specialized magnet school within the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools system. Known for its rigorous academic environment, the school focuses on preparing students for higher education and professional careers through a curriculum heavily centered on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). By integrating advanced coursework with hands-on technical training, Atkins provides students with a unique educational experience that emphasizes critical thinking, problem-solving, and digital literacy.
Beyond its technical focus, Atkins fosters a community-oriented culture that encourages student involvement in extracurricular activities, athletics, and various academic competitions. The school is highly regarded for its commitment to excellence, often attracting students who are eager to engage in honors and Advanced Placement (AP) programming. Through its blend of traditional academics and modern technological instruction, Atkins Academic & Technology High serves as a key institution for developing the next generation of innovators and leaders in the Winston-Salem area.
For more information, contact Atkins Academic & Tech High at (336) 703-6754 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Winston-Salem, NC 27101
(336) 703-6754
ATKINS ACADEMIC & TECH HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Winston-Salem, NC with about 952 enrolled students. See other public high schools in North Carolina
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Magnet school:
- Yes
- District:
- Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools
- Total Students:
- 952
- Teachers:
- 58.7
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 952 students
- White
- 46.6%
- Black or African American
- 31.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 15.2%
- Asian
- 3.7%
- Two or more races
- 3.2%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.1%
- Female
- 36.7%
- Male
- 63.3%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.