For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 3,991 students in 27265, NC.
The top-ranked public high schools in 27265, NC are Southwest Guilford High School, Phoenix Academy - Primary Elementary Upper and Kearns Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 27265 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 27265, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 27265 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Southwest Guilford High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27265, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southwest Guilford High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4364 Barrow Road
High Point, NC 27265
(336) 819-2970
High Point, NC 27265
(336) 819-2970
Gr: 9-12 | 1,547 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #22.
Phoenix Academy - Primary Elementary Upper
Charter School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7847 Clinard Farms Rd, Mendenh
High Point, NC 27265
(336) 869-0079
High Point, NC 27265
(336) 869-0079
Gr: K-12 | 1,583 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #33.
Kearns Academy
Magnet School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1710 Mcguinn Dr.
High Point, NC 27265
(336) 885-7905
High Point, NC 27265
(336) 885-7905
Gr: 9-12 | 108 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #44.
T Wingate Andrews High School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1920 Mcguinn Drive
High Point, NC 27265
(336) 819-2800
High Point, NC 27265
(336) 819-2800
Gr: 9-12 | 753 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 27265, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 27265, NC include Southwest Guilford High School, Phoenix Academy - Primary Elementary Upper and Kearns Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 27265?
4 public high schools are located in 27265.
What is the racial composition of students in 27265?
27265 public high schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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