Serving 571 students in grades 6-8, Southern Guilford Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southern Guilford Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Southern Guilford Middle School's student population of 571 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
571 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Southern Guilford Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southern Guilford Middle 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
#2279 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)29%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
4%
Hispanic
32%
21%
Black
37%
25%
White
14%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southern Guilford Middle School's ranking?
Southern Guilford Middle School is ranked #2279 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Southern Guilford Middle School often compared to?
Southern Guilford Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southwest Guilford Middle School, Welborn Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Southern Guilford Middle School?
571 students attend Southern Guilford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Southern Guilford Middle School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southern Guilford Middle School?
Southern Guilford Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Southern Guilford Middle School offer ?
Southern Guilford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southern Guilford Middle School part of?
Southern Guilford Middle School is part of Guilford County Schools.
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