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#1283 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 48% in state
Southwest Guilford High
High School · Guilford County Schools
4364 Barrow Road, High Point, NC 27265
Enrollment
1,585
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
6.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,585
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
6.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#1,283 of 2,648
In High Point
#10 of 25
public schools
In district
#51 of 121
Guilford County Schools
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Southwest Guilford High
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About Southwest Guilford High
Southwest Guilford High is a public high school in High Point, NC, part of Guilford County Schools. Southwest Guilford High serves approximately 1,585 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Southwest Guilford High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,283 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Southwest Guilford High show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Southwest Guilford High 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
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Southwest Guilford High — Students at Southwest Guilford High score 56% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 28 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.3/10.
How Southwest Guilford High Compares
See how Southwest Guilford High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4364 Barrow Road, High Point, NC 27265
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southwest Guilford High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Kearns Academy (rated 8.8/10, 4.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, T Wingate Andrews High (rated 6.0/10, 4.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in High Point, see our High Point schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Southwest Guilford Middle High Point | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Southwest Elementary High Point | 0.4 mi | 8.8 |
| TRI-CITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY High Point | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Phoenix Academy - Primary Elem Upper High Point | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| THE PIEDMONT SCHOOL High Point | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL High Point | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY High Point | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Florence Elementary High Point | 2.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Oak View Elementary High Point | 3.5 mi | 3.2 |
| Shadybrook Elementary High Point | 3.6 mi | 6.1 |
| T Wingate Andrews High High Point | 4.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Kearns Academy High Point | 4.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Welborn Middle High Point | 4.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Colfax Elementary Colfax | 4.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Montlieu Academy of Technology High Point | 4.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Cornerstone Charter Academy-CFA Greensboro | 4.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Jamestown Elementary Jamestown | 4.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Kirkman Park Elementary High Point | 5.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Johnson Street Global Studies High Point | 5.0 mi | 5.9 |
| SHINING LIGHT ACADEMY Greensboro | 4.3 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27265 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,929
Median Home Value
$239,400
Median Rent
$1,123/mo
Population
50,123
College Educated
39.8%
Homeownership
67.8%
Avg Commute
22.1 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Median Age
41.9
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| Franklin High Franklin, NC | 6.4 |
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| Cleveland High Clayton, NC | 6.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southwest Guilford High
What grades does Southwest Guilford High serve?
Southwest Guilford High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Southwest Guilford High?
Southwest Guilford High has an enrollment of approximately 1,585 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southwest Guilford High?
The student-teacher ratio at Southwest Guilford High is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southwest Guilford High rank in NC?
Southwest Guilford High ranks #1,283 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Southwest Guilford High's MySchoolScout rating?
Southwest Guilford High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Southwest Guilford High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southwest Guilford High has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Southwest Guilford High a charter school?
No, Southwest Guilford High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southwest Guilford High a Title I school?
No, Southwest Guilford High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southwest Guilford High?
50.3% of students at Southwest Guilford High 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,585
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 90
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Guilford County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.1%
- Phone
- (336) 819-2970
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95.0%
Resources & Links
District
Guilford County Schools- District Enrollment
- 67,832
- Schools in District
- 124
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,897
- District Rank
- #51 of 121
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