R J Reynolds High

301 N Hawthorne Road
Winston Salem, NC 27104

www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/o/rjrhs

1,759 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

R.J. Reynolds High School, located in the historic neighborhood of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, is a cornerstone of the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County school system. Known for its distinct collegiate-gothic architecture and long-standing academic traditions, the school serves as a comprehensive high school that blends a rigorous standard curriculum with a strong focus on the arts and humanities. It holds a unique place in the community, often cited for its spirited athletic programs and its commitment to fostering a vibrant, diverse student body that prepares graduates for success in higher education and beyond.

In addition to its traditional academic offerings, R.J. Reynolds is highly regarded for its specialized arts magnet program, which attracts students interested in pursuing professional-level instruction in disciplines like dance, theater, visual arts, and music. The school’s proximity to the heart of Winston-Salem allows it to integrate community partnerships and cultural opportunities into the student experience. By balancing a historic campus atmosphere with modern educational initiatives, R.J. Reynolds maintains a reputation as a center for both academic excellence and creative development within the region.

1,759

Total Students

99.2

Full-Time Teachers

17.7

Student/Teacher Ratio

99.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for R J Reynolds High
Demographic	Student Count
White	565
Hispanic	432
Black	613
Asian	56
Two or More	92
Pacific Islander	1

Black
613 (34.8%)
White
565 (32.1%)
Hispanic
432 (24.6%)
Two or More
92 (5.2%)
Asian
56 (3.2%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.1%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High 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)703-4145
Website:	http://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/o/rjrhs
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,759
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	99.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.7
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	1,748
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 512

Grade 10 433

Grade 11 429

Grade 12 385

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for R J Reynolds High
Grade	Student Count
Grade 9	512
Grade 10	433
Grade 11	429
Grade 12	385

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for R J Reynolds High
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	937	53.3%
Male	822	46.7%

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