GRIMSLEY HIGH SCHOOL

Grimsley High is a public high school that is part of the Guilford County Schools school district, located in Greensboro, NC with about 1,721 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 90 teachers, Grimsley High has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Grimsley High School, located at 801 Westover Terrace in Greensboro, North Carolina, is a historic institution serving as one of the flagship schools within the Guilford County Schools district. Established in 1899, it holds the distinction of being the oldest public high school in Greensboro. The school is well-regarded for its long-standing tradition of academic excellence, a robust extracurricular program, and a diverse student body that benefits from a wide range of Advanced Placement (AP) courses and unique specialized programming, such as the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme.

Beyond its rigorous curriculum, Grimsley is known for its strong sense of community and school spirit, often referred to as the "Whirlies." The campus serves as a centerpiece for local pride, offering students numerous opportunities to engage in athletics, performing arts, and various service-oriented clubs. By fostering an environment that balances high academic standards with personal growth and community involvement, Grimsley High School continues to play a pivotal role in preparing students for higher education and career success in the Greensboro area and beyond.

For more information, contact Grimsley High at (336) 370-8180 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

801 Westover Terrace
Greensboro, NC 27408-8298
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GRIMSLEY HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Greensboro, NC with about 1,721 enrolled students. See other public high schools in North Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
Total Students:
1,721
Teachers:
90.4
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,721 students

White
48.5%
Black or African American
35.0%
Hispanic/Latino
7.4%
Two or more races
4.6%
Asian
4.0%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
47.1%
Male
52.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.