Overview

High Point Central High School is a magnet school in High Point, NC, offering AP courses, International Baccalaureate, and 23 sports. It is one of 35 high schools in Guilford County School District.

School Rating

High Point Central High School 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

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About the School


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Neighborhood

801 Ferndale Boulevard
High Point, NC 27262
School leader: Mr Mike Hettenbach
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