Serving 934 students in grades 6-8, Northwest Guilford Middle School ranks in the top 10% 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 75% (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 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 934 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 93% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwest 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
Northwest Guilford Middle School's student population of 934 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
934 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northwest Guilford Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest Guilford Middle School is 0.49, 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
#241 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
4%
Hispanic
10%
21%
Black
7%
25%
White
70%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
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 Northwest Guilford Middle School's ranking?
Northwest Guilford Middle School is ranked #241 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Northwest Guilford Middle School often compared to?
Northwest Guilford Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kernodle Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% 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).
How many students attend Northwest Guilford Middle School?
934 students attend Northwest Guilford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Northwest Guilford Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwest Guilford Middle School?
Northwest Guilford Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northwest Guilford Middle School offer ?
Northwest Guilford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Northwest Guilford Middle School part of?
Northwest Guilford Middle School is part of Guilford County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 3/23/2019
This school is great
5 10/29/2016
Great school! I mean sure the exterior is a little rough but I mean who cares! The teachers are amazing, and so is the music program! I am in orchestra personally, and I look forward to it everyday!
2 1/11/2010
We moved here with a teenage daughter. The academics are very good at this school, however, the social climate is disgusting. Cliques are strong and the "pretty" girls are treated as princesses. Morals among the students are absent. Honor roll students are not given any credits whatsoever. Students in sports are also treated as exceptional. Very disappointed with the lack of friendliness shown to people and very disappointed with the students and their lack of friendliness.
5 4/22/2008
As a former student of NWMS, I feel as if I have a thorough understanding of how the school was. The academics were standard to above. Every child got exactly what they needed and the teachers found it no hardship to challenge the students so the could excel. The music and art programs were phenomenal. I, myself was the in the Orchestra and all the music programs were excellent. NWMS is known for it's achievements in athletics, but I felt as a honor student I was left out of the limelight. For example, the sports teams got an assembly filled with fun and excitement where every child was called out individually, and I got to stand up during a boring assemble and have my name called for getting A Honor roll. The school is old, the facilities could be better. Whatever.
Being a middle school, the parents are less involved than in Elementary school, but I guess the PTA parents help out. I would recommend Northwest Guilford Middle school to anyone who wants a quality education and who can see past the exterior of a building.
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