Sylvia Mendez Newcomers School serves 101 students in grades 3-12.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 101 students
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 3-12
Total Students
101 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sylvia Mendez Newcomers School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
4%
Hispanic
57%
21%
Black
23%
25%
White
7%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
68%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Sylvia Mendez Newcomers School?
101 students attend Sylvia Mendez Newcomers School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Sylvia Mendez Newcomers School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are White.
What grades does Sylvia Mendez Newcomers School offer ?
Sylvia Mendez Newcomers School offers enrollment in grades 3-12
What school district is Sylvia Mendez Newcomers School part of?
Sylvia Mendez Newcomers School is part of Guilford County Schools School District.
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