Copeland Elementary vs Surry Central High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 7.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Copeland Elementary
Dobson · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
274 students
Surry Central High
Dobson · Public high · Grades 9–12
679 students
| Measure | Copeland Elementary Dobson, North Carolina | Surry Central High Dobson, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #499 of 1,457 | #280 of 528 |
| National rank | #31441 of 50,301 | #10974 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 274 | 679 |
| Enrollment | 274 | 679 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.9% | 99.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 67% |
| city | Dobson | Dobson |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (40.7 vs 40.0).
- •Surry Central High does better on math proficiency (67% vs 52%).
- •Copeland Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.9% vs 99.6%).
- •Copeland Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 17.0).
- •Surry Central High is the larger school with 679 students compared with 274.
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 Copeland Elementary better than Surry Central High?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Copeland Elementary and Surry Central High?
About 7.6 km in a straight line, between Dobson and Dobson in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Copeland Elementary: 274. Surry Central High: 679. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Copeland Elementary and Surry Central High rank in North Carolina?
Copeland Elementary is 499th of 1,457 and Surry Central High is 280th of 528 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).