Southwest Guilford High School is a secondary school in High Point, North Carolina, United States established in 1979. It serves grades nine through twelve. The school was recently renovated and expanded to add more class rooms, a media center, and a gymnasium.
Serving 1,585 students in grades 9-12, Southwest Guilford High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,585 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southwest Guilford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Southwest Guilford High School's student population of 1,585 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,585 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Year Founded
1979
School Rankings
Southwest Guilford High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southwest Guilford High School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#827 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
4%
Hispanic
15%
21%
Black
40%
25%
White
28%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwest Guilford High School's ranking?
Southwest Guilford High School is ranked #827 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southwest Guilford High School?
The graduation rate of Southwest Guilford High School is 96%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Southwest Guilford High School?
1,585 students attend Southwest Guilford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Southwest Guilford High School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southwest Guilford High School?
Southwest Guilford High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Southwest Guilford High School offer ?
Southwest Guilford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southwest Guilford High School part of?
Southwest Guilford High School is part of Guilford County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 2/1/2010
everything is very good! The only thing that needs to improve is the level of parent involvement! I'm a student and I find it very low!
5 8/31/2009
Great school. Highly recommended for students to get a great education.
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