Below Average
#2362 of 2,648 schools in NC
Welborn Middle
Middle School · Guilford County Schools
1710 McGuinn Drive, High Point, NC 27265
Enrollment
407
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
4.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
407
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
4.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,362 of 2,648
In High Point
#22 of 25
public schools
In district
#108 of 121
Guilford County Schools
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Welborn Middle
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About Welborn Middle
Welborn Middle is a public middle school in High Point, NC, part of Guilford County Schools. Welborn Middle serves approximately 407 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Welborn Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,362 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Welborn Middle show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- NC avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
47% of students at Welborn 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
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Welborn Middle — Students at Welborn Middle score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 35 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.5/10.
How Welborn Middle Compares
See how Welborn Middle 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
1710 McGuinn Drive, High Point, NC 27265
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Welborn Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Kearns Academy (rated 8.8/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is Middle College at GTCC-High Point (rated 8.4/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HIGH POINT FRIENDS SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in High Point, see our High Point schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kearns Academy High Point | 0.0 mi | 8.8 |
| T Wingate Andrews High High Point | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Montlieu Academy of Technology High Point | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Parkview Village Elementary High Point | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Kirkman Park Elementary High Point | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Penn-Griffin Schools High Point | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Johnson Street Global Studies High Point | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Oak View Elementary High Point | 1.9 mi | 3.2 |
| Triangle Lake Montessori Elem High Point | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Ferndale Middle High Point | 2.3 mi | 3.8 |
| HIGH POINT FRIENDS SCHOOL High Point | 2.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Pruette SCALE Academy High Point | 2.4 mi | — |
| Middle College at GTCC-High Point High Point | 2.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Fairview Elementary High Point | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| High Point Central High High Point | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Sylvia Mendez Newcomers School High Point | 2.5 mi | — |
| Shadybrook Elementary High Point | 2.5 mi | 6.1 |
| HIGH POINT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY High Point | 2.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Union Hill Elementary High Point | 2.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Northwood Elementary High Point | 2.6 mi | 4.7 |
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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| Northern Middle Roxboro, NC | 4.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Welborn Middle
What grades does Welborn Middle serve?
Welborn Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Welborn Middle?
Welborn Middle has an enrollment of approximately 407 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Welborn Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Welborn Middle is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Welborn Middle rank in NC?
Welborn Middle ranks #2,362 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Welborn Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Welborn Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Welborn Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Welborn Middle has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Welborn Middle a charter school?
No, Welborn Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Welborn Middle a Title I school?
No, Welborn Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Welborn Middle?
99.3% of students at Welborn 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 407
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Guilford County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.7%
- Phone
- (336) 819-2880
Resources & Links
District
Guilford County Schools- District Enrollment
- 67,832
- Schools in District
- 124
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,897
- District Rank
- #108 of 121
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