The Early College at Guilford is ranked as the top public high school in North Carolina. It has approximately 200 students and is located in Greensboro, North Carolina.
Serving 193 students in grades 9-12, Early College At Guilford ranks in the top 1% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥90% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 193 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Early College At Guilford ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Early College At Guilford's student population of 193 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
193 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
2002
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Average Class Size
25 students
School Rankings
Early College At Guilford ranks within the top 1% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Early College At Guilford is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#18 out of 2617 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)≥90%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
Asian
51%
5%
Hispanic
2%
22%
Black
12%
24%
White
28%
42%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Phoenix
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Early College At Guilford's ranking?
Early College At Guilford is ranked #18 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Early College At Guilford?
The graduation rate of Early College At Guilford is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Early College At Guilford?
193 students attend Early College At Guilford.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Early College At Guilford students are Asian, 28% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Early College At Guilford?
Early College At Guilford has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Early College At Guilford offer ?
Early College At Guilford offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Early College At Guilford part of?
Early College At Guilford is part of Guilford County Schools.
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