| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Surry County Schools | Ararat | 9/10 Excellent · 81st pct | 7,340 | 20 | — | 7 |
| Elkin City Schools | Elkin | 7/10 Good · 65th pct | 1,239 | 4 | PK–12 | 2 |
| Mount Airy City Schools | Mount Airy | 6/10 Average · 59th pct | 1,726 | 4 | PK–12 | 0 |
How Surry County compares
Together they enroll 10,305 students across 28 schools. The largest is Surry County Schools with 7,340 students. Districts here average 7.3/10, above the North Carolina average of 5.5/10. Ratings range from 6/10 to 9/10.
School Districts in Surry County, North Carolina
Surry County has 3 public school districts covering 9 zip codes. The top-rated district in Surry County is Surry County Schools (9/10). Ratings are based on the share of students proficient in reading and math on state assessments (NC EOG 2024–25), ranked against all districts in North Carolina. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many school districts are in Surry County, NC?
3 school districts serve zip codes in Surry County, NC. This page lists each one with its rating, enrollment, grade span and the zip codes it covers.
What is the best-rated school district in Surry County, NC?
Of the districts serving Surry County, Surry County Schools has the highest rating on this site at 9/10. That places it in the 81st percentile among North Carolina school districts.
How are these school district ratings calculated?
Each rating is the share of students scoring proficient or above on North Carolina reading and math assessments, ranked against other districts in North Carolina and converted to a 1–10 scale. Percentiles compare districts within North Carolina only, never across state lines.