Dalton McMichael High vs Surry Central High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 69 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dalton McMichael High
Mayodan · Public high · Grades 9–12
681 students
Surry Central High
Dobson · Public high · Grades 9–12
679 students
| Measure | Dalton McMichael High Mayodan, North Carolina | Surry Central High Dobson, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #370 of 528 | #280 of 528 |
| National rank | #13184 of 16,910 | #10974 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 681 | 679 |
| Enrollment | 681 | 679 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.6% | 99.6% |
| Students per teacher | 21.3 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 67% |
| city | Mayodan | Dobson |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Surry Central High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.0 vs 30.7).
- •Surry Central High does better on math proficiency (67% vs 42%).
- •Dalton McMichael High does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •Surry Central High does better on students per teacher (17.0 vs 21.3).
- •Dalton McMichael High is the larger school with 681 students compared with 679.
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 Dalton McMichael High better than Surry Central High?
On the Success Index (US), Surry Central High ranks higher (40.0 vs 30.7 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 Dalton McMichael High and Surry Central High?
About 69 km in a straight line, between Mayodan and Dobson in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dalton McMichael High: 681. Surry Central High: 679. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dalton McMichael High and Surry Central High rank in North Carolina?
Dalton McMichael High is 370th of 528 and Surry Central High is 280th of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).