Northwood High vs Surry County High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 432 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northwood High
Saltville · Public high · Grades 9–12
204 students
Surry County High
Dendron · Public high · Grades 9–12
198 students
| Measure | Northwood High Saltville, Virginia | Surry County High Dendron, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank | #194 of 317 | #195 of 317 |
| National rank | #3687 of 16,910 | #3716 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 204 | 198 |
| Enrollment | 204 | 198 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99% | 96% |
| Students per teacher | 8.9 | 6.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 84.5% |
| Math proficiency | 92% | 77% |
| city | Saltville | Dendron |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (68.5 vs 68.4).
- •Northwood High does better on math proficiency (92% vs 77%).
- •Surry County High does better on reading proficiency (84.5% vs 82%).
- •Surry County High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96% vs 99%).
- •Surry County High does better on students per teacher (6.2 vs 8.9).
- •Northwood High is the larger school with 204 students compared with 198.
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 Northwood High better than Surry County 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 Northwood High and Surry County High?
About 432 km in a straight line, between Saltville and Dendron in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northwood High: 204. Surry County High: 198. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northwood High and Surry County High rank in Virginia?
Northwood High is 194th of 317 and Surry County High is 195th of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).