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Southeast Guilford Middle

Middle School · Guilford County Schools

4825 Woody Mill Road, Greensboro, NC 27406

Enrollment

821

Student-Teacher

16.8:1

Score

5.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#1,804 of 2,648

In Greensboro

#55 of 80

public schools

In district

#80 of 121

Guilford County Schools

Equity

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Southeast Guilford Middle

5.4/10

Middle School in Greensboro · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Southeast Guilford High

7.3/10

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About Southeast Guilford Middle

Southeast Guilford Middle is a public middle school in Greensboro, NC, part of Guilford County Schools. Southeast Guilford Middle serves approximately 821 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Southeast Guilford Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,804 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Southeast Guilford Middle show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • NC avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at Southeast Guilford Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.84 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49.3% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49.1% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg-7.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.1 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected+2.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
Resources & Environment4.8Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,897
Chronic Absenteeism32.4%

Southeast Guilford Middle — Students at Southeast Guilford Middle score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

99.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 48.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.9% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 51.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 NC)

Based on 35 test records from NC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
83%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
30%
ELA
48%
2013
Math
31%
ELA
44%
2014
Math
33%
ELA
44%
2015
Math
40%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
45%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
40%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
40%
2022
Math
49.5%
2025
Math
49.5%
ELA
49.1%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How Southeast Guilford Middle Compares

See how Southeast Guilford Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
32th percentile in NC
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
4.8/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
49 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

4825 Woody Mill Road, Greensboro, NC 27406

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Southeast Guilford Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Lincoln Academy (rated 7.7/10, 7.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Otis L Hairston Sr Middle (rated 4.4/10, 8.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Greensboro, see our Greensboro schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Southeast Guilford High Greensboro 0.2 mi 7.3
Erwin Montessori Greensboro 3.3 mi 4.9
Alamance Elementary Greensboro 3.3 mi 8.6
Pleasant Garden Elementary Pleasant Garden 3.8 mi 7.5
George C Simkins Jr Elementary Greensboro 5.4 mi 6.9
VANDALIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Greensboro 5.4 mi 6.6
Nathanael Greene Elementary Liberty 5.2 mi 5.3
Vandalia Elementary Greensboro 5.7 mi 5.0
FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mc Leansville 6.8 mi 6.9
Bluford Elementary Greensboro 7.1 mi 6.4
James B Dudley High Greensboro 7.2 mi 5.3
Gillespie Park Elementary Greensboro 7.1 mi 3.2
Lincoln Academy Greensboro 7.4 mi 7.7
Waldo C Falkener Sr Elementary Greensboro 7.9 mi 3.1
Sedalia Elementary Sedalia 7.6 mi 6.1
Herbin Metz Education Center Greensboro 8.0 mi 6.3
Otis L Hairston Sr Middle Greensboro 8.0 mi 4.4
Gate City Charter Greensboro 8.3 mi 7.5
Middle College at GTCC-Greensboro Jamestown 8.3 mi 8.5
Providence Grove High School Climax 8.5 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27406 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,748

Median Home Value

$191,800

Median Rent

$1,103/mo

Population

63,661

College Educated

26.9%

Homeownership

55%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

20%

Median Age

35.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Southeast Guilford Middle

What grades does Southeast Guilford Middle serve?

Southeast Guilford Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Southeast Guilford Middle?

Southeast Guilford Middle has an enrollment of approximately 821 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Southeast Guilford Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Southeast Guilford Middle is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Southeast Guilford Middle rank in NC?

Southeast Guilford Middle ranks #1,804 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Southeast Guilford Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Southeast Guilford Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Southeast Guilford Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Southeast Guilford Middle has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Southeast Guilford Middle a charter school?

No, Southeast Guilford Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Southeast Guilford Middle a Title I school?

No, Southeast Guilford Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southeast Guilford Middle?

99.6% of students at Southeast Guilford Middle 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

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
821
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
49
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Guilford County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.4%

District

Guilford County Schools
District Enrollment
67,832
Schools in District
124
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,897
District Rank
#80 of 121

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