Serving 604 students in grades 9-12, East Surry High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% 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: 604 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Surry High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
East Surry High School's student population of 604 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
604 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Surry High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Surry High School is 0.32, 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
#347 out of 2568 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
3%
25%
White
82%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
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 East Surry High School's ranking?
East Surry High School is ranked #347 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are East Surry High School often compared to?
East Surry High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elkin High School, North Surry High School, Mount Airy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Surry High School?
The graduation rate of East Surry High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend East Surry High School?
604 students attend East Surry High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of East Surry High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Surry High School?
East Surry High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Surry High School offer ?
East Surry High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is East Surry High School part of?
East Surry High School is part of Surry County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 5/8/2020
East Surry is an awesome school. The school has a wonderful staff who cares about students! Staff members go that extra mile for the educational community!
5 10/1/2011
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