Overview

Penn-Griffin Middle is a magnet school in High Point, NC, offering AP courses, 2 sports, and a Gifted & Talented program. It is one of 129 schools in Guilford County School District.

School Rating

Penn-Griffin Middle is performing average compared to public and charter schools in North Carolina with the same grade levels.
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College Prep

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College Success

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Advanced Courses

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Test Scores

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Courses & Programs

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STUDENT LIFE

Student Demographics

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About the School


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Neighborhood

825 Washington Street
High Point, NC 27260
School leader: Mr Howard Stimpson
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