NORTHWEST GUILFORD HIGH SCHOOL
Northwest Guilford High is a public high school that is part of the Guilford County Schools school district, located in Greensboro, NC with about 2,099 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 101 teachers, Northwest Guilford High has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.
Northwest Guilford High School, located in Greensboro, North Carolina, is a prominent public secondary institution serving the Guilford County Schools district. Known for its strong commitment to academic excellence and a robust extracurricular program, the school serves a diverse student body by offering a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career-technical education tracks, and honors programs designed to prepare students for post-secondary success. The school maintains a reputation for high graduation rates and consistently high performance on state-mandated testing, reflecting a rigorous learning environment supported by experienced faculty.
Beyond the classroom, Northwest Guilford is deeply ingrained in its community, boasting a spirited culture centered on its "Viking" mascot. The school offers a comprehensive selection of athletics, performing arts, and student-led organizations that foster leadership and personal development. By balancing a demanding academic curriculum with a vibrant social and extracurricular life, Northwest Guilford High School strives to create a well-rounded educational experience that encourages students to excel both academically and as active, responsible members of the community.
For more information, contact Northwest Guilford High at (336) 605-3300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Greensboro, NC 27409-9798
(336) 605-3300
NORTHWEST GUILFORD HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Greensboro, NC with about 2,099 enrolled students. See other public high schools in North Carolina
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Guilford County Schools
- Total Students:
- 2,099
- Teachers:
- 101.78
- 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
* 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.
School Demographics for 2,099 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending NORTHWEST GUILFORD HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 78% of the student body.
- White
- 77.6%
- Black or African American
- 7.7%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 6.2%
- Asian
- 5.2%
- Two or more races
- 3.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.1%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.0%
- Female
- 47.3%
- Male
- 52.7%
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.