Greensboro

by The Linguist

Schools and Education Continued

Public schools in Greensboro are operated by Guilford County Schools. The district has over 70 elementary schools, 25 middle schools, and 20 high schools serving over 70,000 students. Some of the major public high schools include:

There are also numerous highly-ranked private and charter schools in the Greensboro area such as Greensboro Day School, Caldwell Academy, and Cornerstone Academy.

Hospitals and Medical Centers

Major medical facilities in Greensboro include:

These medical facilities serve residents of Greensboro and the surrounding region. They employ thousands of doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.

Local Media

Popular sources for news and information in the Greensboro area include:

These and other stations and publications provide news, information, sports, entertainment and more to Greensboro residents.

Libraries

The Greensboro Public Library system includes a Central Library, 8 branch libraries, and a mobile library serving the city. The main Central Library located downtown includes resources, programs, computer access, and more. See the Greensboro Public Library website for more details on locations and services.

Shopping and Dining

Greensboro offers extensive options for shopping and dining including:

  • Friendly Center – Largest shopping mall with over 100 stores.
  • Tanger Outlets – Large outlet mall with designer brands.
  • Downtown Greensboro – Shops, boutiques, cafes, and restaurants around South Elm Street.
  • Battleground Avenue – “Main street” area with local shops and eateries.

Popular dining and nightlife districts include downtown Greensboro, Friendly Center, Battleground Avenue, and High Point Road. The city hosts an array of cuisine including Southern cooking, barbeque, Italian, Mexican and more.

Relocation Resources

For more information on relocating or living in Greensboro, check out: