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Scale School
High School · Guilford County Schools
1401 Summit Avenue, Greensboro, NC 27405
Enrollment
18
Student-Teacher
1.6:1
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
18
Student-Teacher
1.6:1
Grades
6th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Scale School
Scale School is a public high school in Greensboro, NC, part of the Guilford County Schools. The school serves approximately 18 students in grades 6th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 1.6:1. Students demonstrate 8% proficiency in math, 48 points below the state average.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $46,498, where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 18 students, Scale School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 1.6:1, Scale School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 18 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 1.6:1
- Address
- 1401 Summit Avenue, Greensboro, NC 27405
- Phone
- (336) 545-2031
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 1 test record from NC state assessments. About our data
Funding & Resources
Location
1401 Summit Avenue, Greensboro, NC 27405
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Scale School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. STEM Early College @ NC A&T SU (rated 7.1/10, 1.2 miles away). Another option is Page High (rated 6.1/10, 1.3 miles away). Additionally, A&T Four Middle College (rated 5.5/10, 1.2 miles away). For more schools in Greensboro, see our Greensboro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Swann Middle School Greensboro | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| STEM Early College @ NC A&T SU Greensboro | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Ceasar Cone Elementary Greensboro | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| A&T Four Middle College Greensboro | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| ST PIUS X CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greensboro | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Page High Greensboro | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Rankin Elementary Greensboro | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Washington Elementary Greensboro | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| LIONHEART ACADEMY OF THE TRIAD Greensboro | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| The Experiential School of Greensboro Greensboro | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Aggie Academy Greensboro | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Bessemer Elementary Greensboro | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Lincoln Academy Greensboro | 2.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Gateway Education Center Greensboro | 1.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Mendenhall Middle Greensboro | 2.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Otis L Hairston Sr Middle Greensboro | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Guilford Preparatory Academy Greensboro | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| James B Dudley High Greensboro | 2.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Herbin Metz Education Center Greensboro | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Waldo C Falkener Sr Elementary Greensboro | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27405 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,498
Median Home Value
$150,600
Median Rent
$1,002/mo
Population
52,525
College Educated
22.6%
Homeownership
49%
Avg Commute
25.5 min
Poverty Rate
25.5%
Median Age
32.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Scale School has a median household income of $46,498. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $150,600, with a median rent of $1,002/month. The area has a poverty rate of 25.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Scale School
What grades does Scale School serve?
Scale School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Scale School?
Scale School has an enrollment of approximately 18 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Scale School?
The student-teacher ratio at Scale School is 1.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Scale School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Scale School has 7.7% math proficiency.
Is Scale School a charter school?
No, Scale School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Scale School a Title I school?
No, Scale School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Scale School?
83.3% of students at Scale School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (4,336/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Greensboro). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 18
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 1.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.3%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Guilford County
- Phone
- (336) 545-2031
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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District
Guilford County Schools- District Enrollment
- 67,832
- Schools in District
- 124
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,897
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