Allen Jay Middle - A Preparatory Academy | High-Point, NC (For STEM)

About Allen Jay Middle - A Preparatory Academy

Allen Jay Middle – A Preparatory Academy is located at 1201 E Fairfield Rd, High Point, NC 27263, and serves students in grades 5 through 8. It is a public middle school within Guilford County Schools. The school enrolls around 399 students, offering students a blend of academics, enrichment opportunities, and support programs in a college-preparatory setting. The student-teacher ratio is approximately 15:1. About 47% of students are girls, while roughly 53% are boys. State testing results indicate approximately 44% proficiency in math and about 49% in reading. Students do AVID-style preparation, perform arts programs, participate in athletics, collaborate on projects, and attend academic support sessions related to core instruction. Student showcases, mentoring opportunities, and career-awareness activities also contribute to the rhythm of daily campus life. Many graduates continue into Guilford County high school pathways after eighth grade, including options tied to career and technical education programs. Homes around High Point often begin near the low-to-mid $200,000s, while larger updated homes can exceed $500,000 in some neighborhoods. Families researching the top middle schools in North Carolina may still review Allen Jay Middle – A Preparatory Academy while comparing schools across the High Point area.

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 44%

Reading 49%

State average proficiency is 44% in Math and 49% in Reading.

26

Full-time Teachers

15 : 1

Student-Teacher Ratio

399

Total Students

$60104

Avg. Teacher Salary

Student Demographics

White 14.79%

Asian 5.51%

Hispanic 14.29%

Black 60.4%

Two+ Races 4.76%

Native Am. 0.25%

White

14.79%

Asian

5.51%

Hispanic

14.29%

Black

60.4%

Two+ Races

4.76%

Native Am.

0.25%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 399

46.87%

187 Female

53.13%

212 Male

Student Population

399 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

399 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Allen Jay Middle - A Preparatory Academy Contact Information

Address

1201 East Fairfield Rd, High Point, NC, 27263

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Phone

(336) 819-2164

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Website

http://ajms.gcsnc.com/pages/Allen_Jay_Middle

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM - 3:45 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Allen Jay Middle – A Preparatory Academy, High Point will host its 8th Grade Sneaker Ball on May 15, 2026 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The event is a signature formal celebration honoring graduating eighth-grade students. The program has a formal year-end event, combined with a student-centric theme that includes sneaker-like dressing. The celebration is a significant landmark for students as they get ready to enter high school.

FAQ

Q1. What makes Allen Jay Middle - A Preparatory Academy different from schools near it?

Ans. Allen Jay Middle - A Preparatory Academy is a preparatory model that focuses on structured learning routines and academic readiness.

Q2. How do students develop writing skills at Allen Jay Middle – A Preparatory Academy?

Ans. Writing instruction often involves reflective essays, editing workshops, and response assignments to readings in the classroom.

Q3. How do students get help when they need it at Allen Jay Middle - A Preparatory Academy?

Ans. Students can review lessons, organize assignments and get ready for upcoming classroom assessments in smaller review groups.

Q4. What do students like about Allen Jay Middle - A Preparatory Academy?

Ans. Students are involved in leadership activities at Allen Jay Middle - A Preparatory Academy through assemblies and peer mentoring opportunities.

Q5. How can families contact Allen Jay Middle - A Preparatory Academy?

Ans. Families have access to schedules, assignment information and conference information through the school’s digital communication platforms.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2

SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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