For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,052 students in 27017, NC.
The top ranked public high schools in 27017, NC are Surry Early College, Surry Central High School and Surry Online Magnet School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 27017 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 27017, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 27017 have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is equal to the North Carolina average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Surry Early College, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27017, NC Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Surry Early College
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
630 South Main Street
Dobson, NC 27017
(336) 386-3621
Dobson, NC 27017
(336) 386-3621
Grades: 9-13
| 265 students
Rank: #22.
Surry Central High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
716 South Main Street
Dobson, NC 27017
(336) 386-8842
Dobson, NC 27017
(336) 386-8842
Grades: 9-12
| 668 students
Rank: #33.
Surry Online Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
883 Zephyr Road
Dobson, NC 27017
(336) 386-8215
Dobson, NC 27017
(336) 386-8215
Grades: K-12
| 119 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 27017, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in 27017, NC include Surry Early College, Surry Central High School and Surry Online Magnet School.
How many public high schools are located in 27017?
3 public high schools are located in 27017.
What is the racial composition of students in 27017?
27017 public high schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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