Serving 1,652 students in grades 9-12, Southwest Guilford High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 66% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,652 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southwest Guilford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Southwest Guilford High School's student population of 1,652 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,652 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southwest Guilford High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southwest Guilford High 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
#643 out of 2568 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
4%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
37%
25%
White
34%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 High School's ranking?
Southwest Guilford High School is ranked #643 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southwest Guilford High School?
The graduation rate of Southwest Guilford High School is 95%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Southwest Guilford High School?
1,652 students attend Southwest Guilford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Southwest Guilford High School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southwest Guilford High School?
Southwest Guilford High 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 High School offer ?
Southwest Guilford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Southwest Guilford High School part of?
Southwest Guilford High School is part of Guilford County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 2/1/2010
everything is very good! The only thing that needs to improve is the level of parent involvement! I'm a student and I find it very low!
5 8/31/2009
Great school. Highly recommended for students to get a great education.
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