Serving 1,113 students in grades 6-8, Southwest Guilford Middle School ranks in the top 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 35% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,113 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southwest Guilford Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Southwest Guilford Middle School's student population of 1,113 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,113 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southwest Guilford Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southwest Guilford Middle School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1263 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
4%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
41%
25%
White
29%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwest Guilford Middle School's ranking?
Southwest Guilford Middle School is ranked #1263 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Southwest Guilford Middle School?
1,113 students attend Southwest Guilford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Southwest Guilford Middle School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southwest Guilford Middle School?
Southwest Guilford Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southwest Guilford Middle School offer ?
Southwest Guilford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Southwest Guilford Middle School part of?
Southwest Guilford Middle School is part of Guilford County Schools School District.
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