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#782 of 2,648 schools in NC

Top 30% in state

Piedmont Classical High School

High School · Piedmont Classical High School

4100 YANCEYVILLE RD, Browns Summit, NC 27214

Charter

Enrollment

466

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

7.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#782 of 2,648

In Browns Summit

#3 of 5

public schools

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Piedmont Classical High School

7.3/10

High School in Browns Summit · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Piedmont Classical High School

Piedmont Classical High School is a public high school in Browns Summit, NC, part of Piedmont Classical High School. Piedmont Classical High School serves approximately 466 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Piedmont Classical High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #782 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Piedmont Classical High School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts above NC schools
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • NC avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Piedmont Classical High School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data8
Annual Change+3.45 pts/yr
Data Period2015–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.9Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency81.9% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67.3% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg+25.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+13.7 pts
Overall Proficiency75% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)77% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected-2.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
College Readiness6.3Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate82%
AP Participation20.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.8Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,746
Chronic Absenteeism25.3%

Piedmont Classical High School — Students at Piedmont Classical High School score 75% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 77%).

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Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 34.9% (multi-year average, 2015-2025)
School
State
56.0% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 53.0% (multi-year average, 2015-2025)
School
State
53.6% (2025 NC)

Based on 16 test records from NC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2015
Math
34.5%
ELA
44.5%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
2.5%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
57%
2025
Math
81.9%
ELA
67.3%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.

How Piedmont Classical High School Compares

See how Piedmont Classical High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
71th percentile in NC
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
4.8/10
Below Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 3
Sports
3
1 boys' · 2 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.3%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
20.8% participation·State avg: 3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics3sports offered
1 boys'·2 girls'·9 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4100 YANCEYVILLE RD, Browns Summit, NC 27214

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Piedmont Classical High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. STEM Early College @ NC A&T SU (rated 7.8/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Greensboro), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Page High (rated 7.1/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Greensboro), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Browns Summit, see our Browns Summit schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
IMPACT JOURNEY SCHOOL Greensboro 1.0 mi 7.4
Ronald E. McNair Elementary Browns Summit 1.3 mi 7.6
Rankin Elementary Greensboro 1.6 mi 5.0
Brightwood Elementary Greensboro 1.4 mi 5.4
LIONHEART ACADEMY OF THE TRIAD Greensboro 1.8 mi 8.4
Page High Greensboro 2.3 mi 7.1
Summit Creek Academy Browns Summit 2.0 mi 7.3
Ceasar Cone Elementary Greensboro 2.3 mi 6.0
Aggie Academy Greensboro 2.5 mi 6.9
ST PIUS X CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greensboro 2.7 mi 5.7
Mendenhall Middle Greensboro 2.6 mi 3.8
Guilford Preparatory Academy Greensboro 2.8 mi 5.0
SCALE School Greensboro 3.2 mi
James Y Joyner Elementary Greensboro 2.9 mi 6.0
Swann Middle School Greensboro 4.0 mi 3.6
Irving Park Elementary Greensboro 3.8 mi 7.3
GREENSBORO DAY SCHOOL Greensboro 3.5 mi 7.7
STEM Early College @ NC A&T SU Greensboro 4.4 mi 7.8
Jesse Wharton Elem Greensboro 3.7 mi 8.5
Bessemer Elementary Greensboro 4.1 mi 4.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,482

Median Home Value

$298,200

Median Rent

$1,178/mo

Population

14,929

College Educated

30.1%

Homeownership

71.9%

Avg Commute

27.3 min

Poverty Rate

10.6%

Median Age

35

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Cumberland Academy 6-12 Virtual School Fayetteville, NC 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Piedmont Classical High School

What grades does Piedmont Classical High School serve?

Piedmont Classical High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Piedmont Classical High School?

Piedmont Classical High School has an enrollment of approximately 466 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Piedmont Classical High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Piedmont Classical High School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Piedmont Classical High School rank in NC?

Piedmont Classical High School ranks #782 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Piedmont Classical High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Piedmont Classical High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Piedmont Classical High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Piedmont Classical High School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).

Is Piedmont Classical High School a charter school?

Yes, Piedmont Classical High School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Piedmont Classical High School a Title I school?

No, Piedmont Classical High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
466
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Guilford County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.3%
4-Year Graduation
82.0%

District

Piedmont Classical High School
District Enrollment
466
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,746
District Rank
#1 of 1

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