For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 603 students in Dobson, NC.
The top ranked public middle schools in Dobson, 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.
Dobson, NC public middle schools 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 Dobson 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 ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Middle Schools in Dobson, NC (2025)
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 Dobson, NC?
The top ranked public middle schools in Dobson, NC include Surry Online Magnet School and Central Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Dobson?
2 public middle schools are located in Dobson.
What is the racial composition of students in Dobson?
Dobson 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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