Serving 1,291 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 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,291 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (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%)
- 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 1,291 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,291 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
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 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#560 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
11%
21%
Black
20%
25%
White
60%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 92%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Northern Guilford High School?
1,291 students attend Northern Guilford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Northern Guilford High School students are White, 20% 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 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
What school district is Northern Guilford High School part of?
Northern Guilford High School is part of Guilford County Schools School District.
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