Serving 2,040 students in grades 9-12, Northwest Guilford High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,040 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwest Guilford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Northwest Guilford High School's student population of 2,040 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,040 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northwest Guilford High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest Guilford High School is 0.48, which is less 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
#282 out of 2568 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
4%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
8%
25%
White
71%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest Guilford High School's ranking?
Northwest Guilford High School is ranked #282 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Northwest Guilford High School often compared to?
Northwest Guilford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northern Guilford High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northwest Guilford High School?
The graduation rate of Northwest Guilford High School is 98%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Northwest Guilford High School?
2,040 students attend Northwest Guilford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Northwest Guilford High School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwest Guilford High School?
Northwest Guilford High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northwest Guilford High School offer ?
Northwest Guilford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Northwest Guilford High School part of?
Northwest Guilford High School is part of Guilford County Schools School District.
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