Northern Guilford High School is a public high school located in Greensboro, North Carolina. It is situated in proximity to NC Highway 150, which connects to Browns Summit and to Summerfield. It opened its doors to students on January 29, 2008.
Serving 1,251 students in grades 9-12, Northern Guilford High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,251 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northern Guilford High serves the northern part of Greensboro, NC, covering an area of approximately 56.4 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with an average distance of 4.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone and some living as far as 7.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northern Guilford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Northern Guilford High School's student population of 1,251 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,251 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2007
School Motto
Together we can make great things happen!
School Rankings
Northern Guilford High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northern Guilford High School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#560 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)55-59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
93%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple, Silver
School Mascot
Nighthawks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northern Guilford High School's ranking?
Northern Guilford High School is ranked #560 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Northern Guilford High School often compared to?
Northern Guilford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest Guilford High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northern Guilford High School?
The graduation rate of Northern Guilford High School is 93%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Northern Guilford High School?
1,251 students attend Northern Guilford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Northern Guilford High School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northern Guilford High School?
Northern Guilford High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northern Guilford High School offer ?
Northern Guilford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northern Guilford High School part of?
Northern Guilford High School is part of Guilford County Schools.
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