Serving 780 students in grades 6-8, Northern Guilford Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 780 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 86% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Northern Guilford Middle serves the northern part of Greensboro, NC, covering an area of approximately 56.4 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.3 miles to the edge of the attendance area, extending up to 7.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northern Guilford Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Northern Guilford Middle School's student population of 780 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
780 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northern Guilford Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northern Guilford Middle 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
#449 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)69%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
24%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
56%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-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 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Purple, Silver
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northern Guilford Middle School's ranking?
Northern Guilford Middle School is ranked #449 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Northern Guilford Middle School often compared to?
Northern Guilford Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest Guilford Middle School, Northeast Guilford Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Northern Guilford Middle School?
780 students attend Northern Guilford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Northern Guilford Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northern Guilford Middle School?
Northern Guilford Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northern Guilford Middle School offer ?
Northern Guilford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northern Guilford Middle School part of?
Northern Guilford Middle School is part of Guilford County Schools.
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