Serving 776 students in grades 9-12, North Surry High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 776 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Surry High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
North Surry High School's student population of 776 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
776 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Surry High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Surry High School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#816 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
21%
20%
Black
3%
25%
White
71%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Surry High School's ranking?
North Surry High School is ranked #816 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are North Surry High School often compared to?
North Surry High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Surry Central High School, Surry Early College by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Surry High School?
The graduation rate of North Surry High School is 84%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend North Surry High School?
776 students attend North Surry High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of North Surry High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Surry High School?
North Surry High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Surry High School offer ?
North Surry High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is North Surry High School part of?
North Surry High School is part of Surry County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 9/26/2007
A - The quality of the academic programs are awesome. They are one of the best in the state.
B. They have a wide variety of music, art, sports, and extracurricular activities including the best ROTC program in the state.
D. The facilities are awesome. They are trying to update the school by adding on for the wellbeing of their students and their education.
E. Parents are encouraged to get involved in the school. Go Check it out.As a gformer student, I love this school and I am proud to be a member of the North Surry High School Class of 1998.
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