2019 Best Public High Schools in the Greensboro Area

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The Early College at Guilford
Guilford County Schools, NC
9-12
93
#1 Best Public High Schools in Greensboro Area
Senior: The Early College at Guilford is phenomenal. I've experienced diversity, academic growth, and personal/social development in ways I never would have imagined 4 years ago. The opportunities I've had here are unparalleled and have empowered me to reach for goals far beyond what I hoped for in middle school. The coursework is challenging, but my peers and I have developed amazing friendships as we've worked hard together.
The freedom of junior and senior year is excellent. We have enough structure to make sure we're highly competitive for college admissions, while still having the opportunity to explore fields to which none of my peers at other high schools have been exposed. Regarding diversity, I have friends from 7+ countries, some whose parents are doctors, and some who will be first-generation college students. Nowhere else have I experienced anything even close to the diversity of ECG.
Bottom line: If you're willing to be challenged and stretched, ECG will change your life.
Read 93 Reviews
A+
Overall Niche Grade
200 Students
25:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Philip J. Weaver Education Center
Guilford County Schools, NC
9-12
125
#2 Best Public High Schools in Greensboro Area
Alum: Weaver Academy is the most amazing school and I am so lucky to have attended it! My home school is Grimsley, but I was allowed to attend Weaver full-time as a CTE student. In my years at Weaver, I was able to take 14 computer science classes! I feel like I am very prepared to attend college as well as I have an insight into what I want to study at college. The classes were small and the teachers very knowledgeable! The teachers clearly enjoy what they teach as well as working with students. The principle runs a tight ship that allows students and teachers to blend well together.
Read 125 Reviews
A+
Overall Niche Grade
254 Students
6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Early College of Forsyth
Forsyth County Schools, NC
9-12
113
#3 Best Public High Schools in Greensboro Area
Alum: I loved the small community which meant close relationships with students and teachers. It also offered more leadership opportunities and ways to get involved. They could get a better counselor who is happier to help students, since the transition to college-level coursework can be intimidating at first.
Read 113 Reviews
A+
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219 Students
23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Opening September 2019, Private School
Washington, DC
PK, K-10
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The STEM Early College at N.C. A&T
Guilford County Schools, NC
9-12
23
#4 Best Public High Schools in Greensboro Area
Senior: The STEM Early College at N.C. A&T is a school that you will certainly need to be ready for! The advantages of going to an Early College is amazing with two years of college experience as well. Due to the limited number of students per grade, the bonds created between students are exceptional and lasting. The diversity in the school is amazing with a majority of the school being traditionally a minority. This school really feels like home and through thick and thin, you'll gain support.
Read 23 Reviews
A+
Overall Niche Grade
190 Students
21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Atkins Academic & Technology High School
Forsyth County Schools, NC
9-12
64
#5 Best Public High Schools in Greensboro Area
Senior: Atkins High School is the best high school in the state of North Carolina. It is a STEM school; everything from engineering to biomedical tech is offered. Students at this school get internships easily because of the connections the staff have with professionals around the community. It is also located in Winston Salem, one of the cities doing the most innovative research in the health sciences and biotechnology. Atkins is not a school to attend if you plan to be mediocre and fulfill basic requirements of high school. The teachers at Atkins conduct how they grade, their assignments, and the atmosphere of their classes based on their college experience. Most students who graduated from Atkins and did well come back and say college is much easier than what they thought it would be. The principle works to eliminate any external distractions such as bullying and that is why we have SMOD. Our motto is "where its cool to be smart," and it definitely lives on!
Read 64 Reviews
A+
Overall Niche Grade
718 Students
15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Grimsley High School
Guilford County Schools, NC
9-12
378
#6 Best Public High Schools in Greensboro Area
Senior: I love Grimsley. It is a very diverse school without stereotypes. I love seeing different cultures and hearing different languages as I walk in the halls throughout the school day. There is inclusion with everyone, people of different cultures, races, ethnicities, socioeconomics, and disabilities. I love our administration and their focus on the issues that are the most important to the student body. They listen to student voices and are willing to work with students. The teachers are more focused on education and knowledge as opposed grades which is key in transitioning to college or further education. Overall, Grimsley is an amazing school with a positive environment for both students and staff.
Read 378 Reviews
A+
Overall Niche Grade
1,720 Students
19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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West Forsyth High School
Forsyth County Schools, NC
9-12
272
#7 Best Public High Schools in Greensboro Area
Senior: West Forsyth is, overall, a wonderful school! Of course, no school can be perfect and has its flaws. However, I have had a great experience at West Forsyth. Sometimes, you either hit or miss with teachers, but most of the teachers at West Forsyth are very gifted. The teachers at West Forsyth truly care about their students and take time to invest in and teach them. Sometimes there are custodial issues. West Forsyth offers many events, clubs, and sports for students to become involved. There can be some favoritism shown towards certain students and sports. West Forsyth is a very safe campus. The teachers and administrators at West Forsyth really care about students trying to be accepted into college. Sometimes college discussions are repetitive and too much, but West Forsyth does a great job at preparing students for college.
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A
Overall Niche Grade
2,257 Students
20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Ronald W. Reagan High School
Forsyth County Schools, NC
9-12
274
#8 Best Public High Schools in Greensboro Area
Parent: My daughter is in her junior year at Reagan, and I have been very impressed with every aspect of her experience! I truly believe Reagan is the best high school in Winston-Salem/Forsyth County School system. There are a lot of activities so every student can find something to enjoy, and the academics are rigorous and challenging, but I feel my child is truly learning and enjoying her classes.
Read 274 Reviews
A
Overall Niche Grade
1,849 Students
20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Northwest Guilford High School
Guilford County Schools, NC
9-12
249
#9 Best Public High Schools in Greensboro Area
Senior: Northwest Guilford provides an excellent learning environment with great resources for those looking to further their eduction as they move to the next level. Our sports teams are very competitive for those looking for a community environment and for athletes looking to pursue collegiate athletics. Our school offers over 20 Advanced Placement Courses, as well as several available college transferrable courses with the career and college promise program with Guilford Technical Community College. The atmosphere is conducive to student performance at a high level.
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A
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2,034 Students
20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Northern Guilford High School
Guilford County Schools, NC
9-12
315
#10 Best Public High Schools in Greensboro Area
Senior: I have been with the Northern Guilford community since middle school. It has prepared me for the high school on an academic and personal level. The community accepted everyone with open arms. Once my journey at the high school began, they wanted nothing but success for me. Every teacher I had wanted me to reach nothing but success. I really felt as if they wanted the best for me and they weren't just doing their job. Also on an athletic aspect, every coach wanted to not only turn me into a better player,but they also tried putting me in the position and giving me the best tools possible to make me a better man. This community has truly been a blessing to me. The only thing I feel like I would change is that some kids were enabled and I feel like they should be challenged a bit more.
At Northern Guilford High School,where I received great teachings, I was able to reach my goals in perusing an academic and athletic opportunity at Wingate University!
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A
Overall Niche Grade
1,351 Students
19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Davidson Early College High School
Davidson County Schools, NC
9-12
66
#11 Best Public High Schools in Greensboro Area
Junior: The amount of freedom at DECHS is incredible. The teachers care about their students and students are somewhat guided through the college classes they're taking; but don't be fooled, your hand definitely isn't going to be held, you have to do most things on your own. DECHS isn't for everyone; there's no room for procrastinating, you have to be responsible and diligent. I believe DECHS has helped me prepare for college, but I would like to see a better safety system in place, because students are all over the place; you can't keep them confined like you can at a typical high school.
Read 66 Reviews
A
Overall Niche Grade
103 Students
23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Davie County Early College High School
Davie County Schools, NC
9-12
42
#12 Best Public High Schools in Greensboro Area
Senior: Great atmosphere for teenage growth! We have a lot of fun as a school and as a family. The Early College is a great place to learn about yourself, and to grow as a person. I definitely would not be the person I am today without my last four years here!
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A
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151 Students
27:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Yadkin Early College High School
Yadkin County Schools, NC
9-12
53
#13 Best Public High Schools in Greensboro Area
Senior: I absolutely love attending the Yadkin Early College! The teachers are amazing. They're friendly, kind, generous, and they love teaching and they do their absolute best to help you.
Read 53 Reviews
A
Overall Niche Grade
193 Students
29:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Randolph Early College High School
Randolph County Schools, NC
9-12
109
#14 Best Public High Schools in Greensboro Area
Senior: This school has a rigorous curriculum, and it can be very difficult and stressful, but I'm sure it will be worth it in the end. I know I have become more responsible, better at time-management, and more mature much quicker than my peers at other schools. I believe this is a very good school to go to. The only thing I would change is for the staff to look at their emails more often!
Read 109 Reviews
A
Overall Niche Grade
330 Students
30:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Southwest Guilford High School
Guilford County Schools, NC
9-12
293
#15 Best Public High Schools in Greensboro Area
Junior: I love my school! We have great teachers and staff that have created a great learning environment. We also have lots of after school clubs and sports. I would like to see improvements to our school's new safety measure, the OneCard system. As of right now, I don't feel like it does much to protect the students, and it doesn't really do anything for the teachers either. I think it can be improved and be used in a positive way, and could possibly make things like taking attendance either, but that cannot happen as of now.
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A-
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1,520 Students
17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Cornerstone Charter Academy
Public School
Greensboro, NC
K-12
12
Parent: Cornerstone entered their brand new, top notch facility August 2016. It will grow to be a K-12 school in 2018/2019. Pillars include rigorous academics,character education and parental involvement. Teachers are dedicated, engaging and the turnover is low. Academics are rigorous with the addition of Honors and AP classes for each of the high school grades added, a move-up math program and challenging domains & vocabulary for elementary students in social studies and science. Highly active PTO with lots of opportunities for volunteering to support students, teachers/staff and a wonderful sense of "family" with school wide assemblies, activities and events! Our school places an emphasis on leadership through character education lessons and activities, volunteer opportunities in and outside of school and through our expanding athletic program.
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A-
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808 Students
17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Rockingham Co Early College High School
Rockingham County Schools, NC
9-12
98
#16 Best Public High Schools in Greensboro Area
Junior: Early college is a different setting from the typical high school. You take college classes and high school classes at the same time which will help determine if you (the student) are prepared for college. It requires you to be accountable. Your parents can't see your grades, college had class when the high school doesn't and vice versa. The hard work put in at this school will pay off. The teachers will work with you while still pushing you like a professor would.
Read 98 Reviews
A-
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281 Students
33:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Mount Tabor High School
Forsyth County Schools, NC
9-12
231
#17 Best Public High Schools in Greensboro Area
Alum: I transferred in to Mount Tabor as a senior after being homeschooled from 8th-11th grade. I was nervous about going back to public school, especially for my senior year. Everyone was extremely welcoming and willing to work with me (except for one teacher, who is no longer there). It is a very diverse school. I also tried out for the Varsity Girls Softball team and became a starting pitcher and was also featured in the Newspaper about transferring in to finish out my senior year. I have very fond memories from Mount Tabor. I graduated in June of 2013.
Read 231 Reviews
A-
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1,544 Students
18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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The Hawbridge School
Public School
Saxapahaw, NC
5-12
64
#18 Best Public High Schools in Greensboro Area
Parent: My kids love this school! We all love the fact they can eat lunch outside everyday and seem to have time to do homework in Bridge. I really wish they could go back to the old way being out on the river and outside in general more, but I think most teachers take them out as much as possible. My kids have learned a lot and really like their teachers. Although there are a few teachers they should definitely consider replacing. On a whole, the teachers are great with several who go above and beyond! Administration have done a good job, although they have made some changes the kids are not in favor of. They could stand to have more options for clubs and after school activities.
Read 64 Reviews
A-
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317 Students
13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Chatham Charter School
Public School
Siler City, NC
K-12
27
#19 Best Public High Schools in Greensboro Area
Senior: Chatham Charter is the best school I have ever attended. From the teachers to the academics it is wonderful and so much different than a public high school. My time as Chatham Charter prepared me for college and also helped me realize the importance of self value. I was helped realize this with the help of the teachers, with the class size being so small you get a lot of one-on-one attention which allows you to succeed easier. I highly recommend Chatham Charter!
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532 Students
15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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The Middle College at Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC) - Jamestown
Guilford County Schools, NC
9-12
45
#20 Best Public High Schools in Greensboro Area
Senior: First off, I go to the Greensboro Campus but that wasn't an option on the other page. Free college classes for high school students is awesome; it actually prepares students for college unlike standard high schools. The variety is somewhat limited, so people would only come here for an associates degree -- but it's a community college, so that's not unusual. There are a few flaws that don't warrant a lost star, but they certainly are irritating: the awful cafeteria/food ordering (like, why would I order chickfila for $5 extra charge when I can walk across the street instead?) and the mandatory but pointless classes. While only an issue for high school students, "leadership development" is our worst nightmare.
Read 45 Reviews
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173 Students
13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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The Academy at Smith
Guilford County Schools, NC
9-12
48
#21 Best Public High Schools in Greensboro Area
Senior: My high school experience at the Academy at Smith was amazing and definitely unforgettable. The courses that were provided allowed me to earn my Certified Nursing Assitant license along with a Nurse Aide I endorsement. The choice of taking AP classes and enrolling in courses at Guilford Technical Community College also gave students insight into the college experience. The Academy at Smith also offers exclusively honors classes so everyone is able to graduate with honors. The school chooses a mixture of races, ethnicities, and cultural backgrounds so the diversity is astounding. However, there is a lack of school spirit which may be due to the deficiency of the parent involvement in the facility. I participated in volleyball, indoor track, and outdoor track for every year of high school except for my freshman year. Overall, my high school career was a success from the values, lessons, and life-long relationships I have made.
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A-
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211 Students
12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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The Middle College at Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC) - East
Guilford County Schools, NC
9-12
26
#22 Best Public High Schools in Greensboro Area
Senior: Attending school at GTCC Middle College is a very unique and special experience. It is a privilege to be able to attend a school like this because you take college courses as a high school student, which allows you to grow and mature quickly over the course of four years. Being at this school has taught me how to be responsible and independent because we do not have the push from college professors to do our work because that is our responsibility. We do not have parent teacher conferences to keep us on track because we are held to the high expectation that we will complete our work to the best of our ability and have it turned in on time. This school allows students to really get the "college experience" without really being away from home which is something I love. Overall, the Middle College at GTCC is an amazing school that encourages students to do their best and become independent before heading off to a 4 year university or a professional atmosphere.
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121 Students
13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Rowan Co Early College
Rowan-Salisbury Schools, NC
9-12
51
#23 Best Public High Schools in Greensboro Area
Senior: Hello,

I have a different experience than any regular high school student. Yes, I have missed out on a lot of experiences that a regular high school student does but I wouldn't have changed not going to a regular high school. Rowan Co Early College is like a family. We are all so very close and we help everyone out in every way we can. I am so thankful for my experience at Rowan Co Early College because it was amazing 4 years. I remember getting a letter in the mail letting me know that I was accepted. I could not believe I was an Early College Student. Now, I am a senior and I have put in so much work to be able to get a high school diploma as well as an associate degree in arts. It was not easy, I styaed up late most nights so make sure all of my work was done. I am so ready to get both dipolmas in my hand becuase I worked so hard for them!
Read 51 Reviews
A-
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229 Students
31:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Reynolds High School
Forsyth County Schools, NC
9-12
339
#24 Best Public High Schools in Greensboro Area
Alum: RJ Reynolds was a great arts based school with a lot to offer it’s students. For someone like myself there where plenty or arts based classes to choose from, sadly I didn’t have enough room in my schedule to take them all! Plenty of the teachers were appropriately driven to teach their students, some however got away with an over exaggerated intense learning system that over stressed some students. I think like many schools the students don’t get enough say in how their learning environment should be. Like any growing school it had improvements to be made. Some of it was needing to update outdated books and technology and the overall clenliness of the school. I enjoyed my stay at the school nonetheless and couldn’t see myself having gone to any other school.
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1,733 Students
18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Gaston Day School
Private School
Gastonia, NC
PK, K-12
63
Freshman: Coming from a large public school where you get lost in the mix, I was most impressed by the fact that students were so welcoming. From the first day I visited, it felt like home. I have been challenged and supported by teachers and coaches and have been encouraged to be involved in activities in and out of the classroom to help me grow. I know I will be successful in College because of the preparation at Gaston Day. The motto TEAM BEFORE SELF, TIRELESS PREPARATION, FIERCE IN COMPETITION applies on the field and also in the classroom. I am blessed to be a Gaston Day Spartan! #SpartanStrong
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475 Students
7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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BASIS Independent McLean
Private School
McLean, VA
PK, K-12
12
Parent: Our son is currently in the 2nd grade. He has been at the school for two years, and it has been a wonderful experience. The enthusiasm of the teachers, who are truly experts in the subjects they teach, is infectious. They consistently set high standards for all students at every stage of their academic career. This is a school that prioritizes academics and the students themselves; it is targeted to students with intellectual curiosity and a strong work ethic. We are very happy here!
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NG
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375 Students
6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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The Early College at Guilford

Philip J. Weaver Education Center

Early College of Forsyth

Whittle School & Studios

The STEM Early College at N.C. A&T

Atkins Academic & Technology High School

Grimsley High School

West Forsyth High School

Ronald W. Reagan High School

Northwest Guilford High School

Northern Guilford High School

Davidson Early College High School

Davie County Early College High School

Yadkin Early College High School

Randolph Early College High School

Southwest Guilford High School

Cornerstone Charter Academy

Rockingham Co Early College High School

Mount Tabor High School

The Hawbridge School

Chatham Charter School

The Middle College at Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC) - Jamestown

The Academy at Smith

The Middle College at Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC) - East

Rowan Co Early College

Reynolds High School

Gaston Day School

BASIS Independent McLean