Serving 270 students in grades 9-13, Surry Early College ranks in the top 1% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥90% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 34:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 34:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 5% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Surry Early College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Community Size
School Overview
Surry Early College's student population of 270 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
270 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Surry Early College ranks within the top 1% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Surry Early College is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#16 out of 2617 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)≥90%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
34:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
38%
22%
Black
2%
24%
White
56%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Surry County Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Surry Early College's ranking?
Surry Early College is ranked #16 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Surry Early College often compared to?
Surry Early Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Surry Central High School, North Surry High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Surry Early College?
The graduation rate of Surry Early College is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Surry Early College?
270 students attend Surry Early College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Surry Early College students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Surry Early College?
Surry Early College has a student ration of 34:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Surry Early College offer ?
Surry Early College offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Surry Early College part of?
Surry Early College is part of Surry County Schools.
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