For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 7,645 students in 27265, NC (there are 5 private schools, serving 926 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 27265, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 27265, NC are Southwest Elementary School, Florence Elementary School and Southwest Guilford High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27265 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27265, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27265, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southwest Elementary School
(Math: 89% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4372 Southwest School Road
High Point, NC 27265
(336) 819-2992
High Point, NC 27265
(336) 819-2992
Gr: K-5 | 808 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Florence Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7605 Florence School Road
High Point, NC 27265
(336) 819-2120
High Point, NC 27265
(336) 819-2120
Gr: PK-5 | 628 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #33.
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 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #44.
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 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #55.
Southwest Guilford Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4368 Southwest School Road
High Point, NC 27265
(336) 819-2985
High Point, NC 27265
(336) 819-2985
Gr: 6-8 | 1,032 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #66.
Shadybrook Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
503 Shadybrook Rd
High Point, NC 27265
(336) 819-2950
High Point, NC 27265
(336) 819-2950
Gr: PK-5 | 319 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #77.
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: #88.
Oak View Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
614 Oakview Road
High Point, NC 27265
(336) 819-2935
High Point, NC 27265
(336) 819-2935
Gr: PK-5 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #99.
Welborn Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1710 Mcguinn Drive
High Point, NC 27265
(336) 819-2880
High Point, NC 27265
(336) 819-2880
Gr: 6-8 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #1010.
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 schools in 27265, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 27265, NC include Southwest Elementary School, Florence Elementary School and Southwest Guilford High School.
How many public schools are located in 27265?
10 public schools are located in 27265.
What percentage of students in 27265 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 27265 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 27265?
27265 public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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