- Northwood Elementary — 1.0 mi · Grades PK–5 · 502 students
- Sylvia Mendez Newcomers School — 1.1 mi · Grades 3–11 · 185 students
- High Point Central High — 1.2 mi · Grades 9–12 · 1,005 students
- Ferndale Middle — 1.5 mi · Grades 6–8 · 486 students
- Pruette SCALE Academy — 1.6 mi · Grades 6–12 · 10 students
- Johnson Street Global Studies — 1.7 mi · Grades K–8 · 389 students
- Oak Hill Elementary — 2.1 mi · Grades PK–5 · 411 students
- Fairview Elementary — 2.2 mi · Grades PK–5 · 442 students
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| Metric | Guilford County Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 68,894 | 3,544 | Much larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 126 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $14,307/yr | $17,619/yr | ↓ 19% below avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 5/10 — Average | — | Near average |
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Ranked against 115 rated districts in NC → 47th percentile → 5/10.
Source: North Carolina Dept. of Public Instruction EOG, grades 3–8 Reading & Math Grade Level Proficient, 2024–25 school year. Full methodology →
About Guilford County Schools
Families in zip code 27262 (High Point, North Carolina) are assigned to Guilford County Schools for public education through 13th. This overview covers the district’s funding levels, scale, rating, and what to expect from the enrollment process if you’re moving to or within this zip code.
Understanding the 5/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Guilford County Schools 5 out of 10 — average among North Carolina public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in North Carolina’s EOG grades 3–8 Reading & Math assessments (2024–25 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because North Carolina is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Guilford County Schools falls near the middle of North Carolina on state assessment results, with reading and math proficiency close to the state median. Average-rated districts provide foundational public education, and many families find they deliver solid day-to-day learning — particularly when parents stay engaged. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 27262
Children in zip code 27262 are assigned to Guilford County Schools for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 13th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 27262, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Guilford County Schools at (336)370-8100 or visit www.gcsnc.com. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — North Carolina districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in High Point
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Guilford County Schools serves zip code 27262, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 27262 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In North Carolina, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Guilford County Schools programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 27262.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Guilford County Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 27262 data.