Very Good
#48 of 404 private schools in NC
Top 12% of private schools
Greensboro Day School
School
5401 LAWNDALE DR, Greensboro, NC 27455
Enrollment
731
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
731
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#48 of 404
In Greensboro
#5 of 13
public schools
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Greensboro Day School
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About Greensboro Day School
Greensboro Day School is a private school in Greensboro, NC. Greensboro Day School serves approximately 731 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Greensboro Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #48 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- NC avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 7.6:1 students to teachers, Greensboro Day School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Greensboro Day School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Greensboro Day School compares to 81 public schools serving similar grades in Greensboro, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Greensboro Day School (this school) | 7.7 |
| Jesse Wharton Elem | 8.5 |
| Greensboro Academy | 7.8 |
| Kernodle Middle | 6.1 |
| James Y Joyner Elementary | 6.0 |
| Claxton Elementary | 6.3 |
| General Greene Elementary | 8.5 |
| Mendenhall Middle | 3.8 |
| Irving Park Elementary | 7.3 |
| Page High | 7.1 |
| Northern Guilford Middle | 6.9 |
| Jefferson Elementary | 7.0 |
| Ceasar Cone Elementary | 6.0 |
| Northern Guilford High | 7.5 |
| Rankin Elementary | 5.0 |
| Brooks Global Elementary | 7.9 |
| Sternberger Elementary | 9.2 |
| Kiser Middle | 6.5 |
| Brightwood Elementary | 5.4 |
| Grimsley High | 7.6 |
| Early College at Guilford | 8.0 |
Showing 20 of 81 schools. View all schools in Greensboro
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NC.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in NC
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
5401 LAWNDALE DR, Greensboro, NC 27455
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Greensboro Day School may also want to explore other schools in the area. LIONHEART ACADEMY OF THE TRIAD (rated 8.4/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is NOBLE ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, IMPACT JOURNEY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Greensboro, see our Greensboro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Jesse Wharton Elem Greensboro | 0.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Greensboro Academy Greensboro | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| NOBLE ACADEMY Greensboro | 2.2 mi | 8.0 |
| James Y Joyner Elementary Greensboro | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Kernodle Middle Greensboro | 2.4 mi | 6.1 |
| IMPACT JOURNEY SCHOOL Greensboro | 2.5 mi | 7.4 |
| BROOKHAVEN COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Greensboro | 2.5 mi | — |
| Claxton Elementary Greensboro | 3.0 mi | 6.3 |
| General Greene Elementary Greensboro | 3.3 mi | 8.5 |
| GREENSBORO MONTESSORI SCHOOL Greensboro | 3.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Mendenhall Middle Greensboro | 3.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Irving Park Elementary Greensboro | 3.9 mi | 7.3 |
| BNAI SHALOM DAY SCHOOL Greensboro | 4.1 mi | 6.6 |
| LIONHEART ACADEMY OF THE TRIAD Greensboro | 3.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Northern Guilford Middle Greensboro | 4.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Piedmont Classical High School Browns Summit | 3.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Ronald E. McNair Elementary Browns Summit | 3.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Northern Guilford High Greensboro | 4.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Page High Greensboro | 4.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Sternberger Elementary Greensboro | 4.5 mi | 9.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27455 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$93,841
Median Home Value
$324,200
Median Rent
$1,231/mo
Population
29,392
College Educated
53.9%
Homeownership
71.5%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Median Age
42.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CAROLINA FRIENDS SCHOOL Durham, NC | 7.7 |
| GASTON DAY SCHOOL Gastonia, NC | 7.8 |
| Oxford Preparatory Oxford, NC | 7.8 |
| STARS Charter Vass, NC | 7.9 |
| Arapahoe Charter School Arapahoe, NC | 8.0 |
| SOUTHLAKE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Huntersville, NC | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Greensboro Day School
What grades does Greensboro Day School serve?
Greensboro Day School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Greensboro Day School?
Greensboro Day School has an enrollment of approximately 731 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Greensboro Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Greensboro Day School is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Greensboro Day School rank in NC?
Greensboro Day School ranks #48 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is Greensboro Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
Greensboro Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Greensboro Day School a private school?
Yes, Greensboro Day School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Greensboro Day School a religious school?
No, Greensboro Day School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 731
- Gender Split
- 62% M / 38% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 96
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 190 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Guilford County
- Phone
- (336) 288-8590
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