Very Good
#659 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 25% in state
Western Guilford High
High School · Guilford County Schools
409 Friendway Road, Greensboro, NC 27410
Enrollment
1,354
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
7.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,354
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
7.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#659 of 2,648
In Greensboro
#21 of 80
public schools
In district
#31 of 121
Guilford County Schools
Equity
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Western Guilford High
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About Western Guilford High
Western Guilford High is a public high school in Greensboro, NC, part of Guilford County Schools. Western Guilford High serves approximately 1,354 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Western Guilford High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #659 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Western Guilford High show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 7.2
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at Western 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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Western Guilford High — Students at Western Guilford High score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.8%
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: 8.2/10.
How Western Guilford High Compares
See how Western 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
409 Friendway Road, Greensboro, NC 27410
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Western Guilford High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Sternberger Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SHINING LIGHT ACADEMY (rated 8.6/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, EP Pearce Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 4.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Greensboro, see our Greensboro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Doris Henderson Newcomers Sch Greensboro | 0.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Western Guilford Middle Greensboro | 0.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Guilford Elementary Greensboro | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Early College at Guilford Greensboro | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| SHINING LIGHT ACADEMY Greensboro | 2.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Jefferson Elementary Greensboro | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Morehead Elementary Greensboro | 2.3 mi | 5.6 |
| BNAI SHALOM DAY SCHOOL Greensboro | 3.0 mi | 6.6 |
| GREENSBORO MONTESSORI SCHOOL Greensboro | 3.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Claxton Elementary Greensboro | 3.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Edwin A Alderman Elementary Greensboro | 3.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Pilot Elementary Greensboro | 4.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Kernodle Middle Greensboro | 4.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Cornerstone Charter Academy-CFA Greensboro | 3.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Sternberger Elementary Greensboro | 3.5 mi | 9.2 |
| Hunter Elementary Greensboro | 3.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Guilford eLearning University Prep Greensboro | 3.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Sedgefield Elementary Greensboro | 4.4 mi | 5.7 |
| EP Pearce Elementary Greensboro | 4.6 mi | 8.6 |
| BROOKHAVEN COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Greensboro | 4.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27410 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,225
Median Home Value
$308,200
Median Rent
$1,307/mo
Population
54,317
College Educated
56.5%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
20.3 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Median Age
41.9
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| Cedar Ridge High Hillsborough, NC | 7.6 |
| Croatan High Newport, NC | 7.5 |
| D H Conley High Greenville, NC | 7.5 |
| Northern Guilford High Greensboro, NC | 7.5 |
| Carrboro High Carrboro, NC | 7.7 |
| Cox Mill High School Concord, NC | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Western Guilford High
What grades does Western Guilford High serve?
Western Guilford High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Western Guilford High?
Western Guilford High has an enrollment of approximately 1,354 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Western Guilford High?
The student-teacher ratio at Western 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 Western Guilford High rank in NC?
Western Guilford High ranks #659 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Western Guilford High's MySchoolScout rating?
Western Guilford High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Western Guilford High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Western Guilford High has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Western Guilford High a charter school?
No, Western Guilford High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Western Guilford High a Title I school?
No, Western Guilford High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Western Guilford High?
99.8% of students at Western 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
- 1,354
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 77
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Guilford County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.3%
- Phone
- (336) 316-5800
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95.0%
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District
Guilford County Schools- District Enrollment
- 67,832
- Schools in District
- 124
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,897
- District Rank
- #31 of 121
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