For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 603 students in 27017, NC.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 27017, NC are Surry Online Magnet School and Central Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 27017 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 27017, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27017, NC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Surry Online Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
883 Zephyr Road
Dobson, NC 27017
(336) 386-8215
Dobson, NC 27017
(336) 386-8215
Gr: K-12 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Central Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
883 Zephyr Rd
Dobson, NC 27017
(336) 386-4018
Dobson, NC 27017
(336) 386-4018
Gr: 6-8 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 27017, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 27017, NC include Surry Online Magnet School and Central Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 27017?
2 public middle schools are located in 27017.
What is the racial composition of students in 27017?
27017 public middle schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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