Central Middle vs Surry Early College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Middle
Dobson · Public middle · Grades 6–8
502 students
Surry Early College
Dobson · Public high · Grades 9–13
296 students
| Measure | Central Middle Dobson, North Carolina | Surry Early College Dobson, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #206 of 469 | #175 of 528 |
| National rank | #10747 of 15,369 | #7355 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–13 |
| Students | 502 | 296 |
| Enrollment | 502 | 296 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.4% | 99% |
| Students per teacher | 16.7 | 37.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 74.5% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 87% |
| city | Dobson | Dobson |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Surry Early College scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.9 vs 35.5).
- •Surry Early College does better on math proficiency (87% vs 41%).
- •Surry Early College does better on reading proficiency (74.5% vs 48%).
- •Surry Early College does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99% vs 99.4%).
- •Central Middle does better on students per teacher (16.7 vs 37.0).
- •Central Middle is the larger school with 502 students compared with 296.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Central Middle better than Surry Early College?
On the Success Index (US), Surry Early College ranks higher (53.9 vs 35.5 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Central Middle and Surry Early College?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Dobson and Dobson in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle: 502. Surry Early College: 296. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle and Surry Early College rank in North Carolina?
Central Middle is 206th of 469 and Surry Early College is 175th of 528 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).