Serving 198 students in grades 9-12, Surry County High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥80% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 198 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Surry County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Surry County High School's student population of 198 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
198 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Surry County High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Surry County High School is 0.65, 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
#230 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥90%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-69%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
7%
20%
Black
43%
21%
White
40%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Surry County High School's ranking?
Surry County High School is ranked #230 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Surry County High School?
The graduation rate of Surry County High School is 90%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Surry County High School?
198 students attend Surry County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Surry County High School students are Black, 40% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Surry County High School?
Surry County High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Surry County High School offer ?
Surry County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Surry County High School part of?
Surry County High School is part of Surry County School District.
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