Serving 599 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 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 599 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- 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
Graduation Rate
School Overview
East Surry High School's student population of 599 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
599 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
East Surry High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Surry High School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#498 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
13%
21%
Black
2%
25%
White
81%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Surry High School's ranking?
East Surry High School is ranked #498 out of 2,617 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 North Surry High School, Elkin High School, Mount Airy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% 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 86%.
How many students attend East Surry High School?
599 students attend East Surry High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of East Surry High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Surry High School?
East Surry High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Surry High School offer ?
East Surry High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
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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