School Overview
Philo-Hill Magnet Academy, located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, is a specialized magnet school within the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools district. As a magnet institution, it is designed to offer a distinct educational focus—specifically the International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme—which emphasizes rigorous academics, global-mindedness, and critical thinking skills. The school serves students in the middle school grades, providing a structured environment that encourages students to connect their classroom learning to real-world applications and community service.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Philo-Hill is committed to fostering a supportive community culture that promotes personal growth and academic excellence. The school leverages its magnet status to attract students interested in a challenging, inquiry-based education, utilizing a variety of instructional strategies to cater to diverse learning styles. By integrating international perspectives into its daily coursework, Philo-Hill Magnet Academy aims to prepare its students to become well-rounded, socially responsible, and globally aware citizens ready for the demands of high school and beyond.
378
Total Students
30.4
Full-Time Teachers
12.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
95.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Philo-Hill Magnet Academy
Demographic Student Count
White30
Hispanic197
Black135
Asian2
Two or More14
  • Hispanic
    197 (52.1 %)
  • Black
    135 (35.7 %)
  • White
    30 (7.9 %)
  • Two or More
    14 (3.7 %)
  • Asian
    2 (0.5 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools
Phone: (336)703-4165
Website: http://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/Domain/2721
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 378
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 30.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 360
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 6 116
Grade 7 132
Grade 8 130

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Philo-Hill Magnet Academy
Grade Student Count
Grade 6116
Grade 7132
Grade 8130
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Philo-Hill Magnet Academy
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female18849.7%
Male19050.3%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)