For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,507 students in 27017, NC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 27017, NC are Dobson Elementary School, Copeland Elementary School and Surry Online Magnet School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 27017 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 27017, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27017, NC Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dobson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
400 W Atkins Street
Dobson, NC 27017
(336) 386-8913
Dobson, NC 27017
(336) 386-8913
Grades: PK-5
| 340 students
Rank: #22.
Copeland Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
948 Copeland School Road
Dobson, NC 27017
(336) 374-2572
Dobson, NC 27017
(336) 374-2572
Grades: PK-5
| 249 students
Rank: #33.
Surry Online Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
209 North Crutchfield Street
Dobson, NC 27017
(336) 386-8215
Dobson, NC 27017
(336) 386-8215
Grades: K-12
| 84 students
Rank: #44.
Central Middle School
Magnet 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
Grades: 6-8
| 490 students
Rank: #55.
Rockford Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
719 Rockford Rd
Dobson, NC 27017
(336) 374-6300
Dobson, NC 27017
(336) 374-6300
Grades: PK-5
| 344 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 27017, NC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 27017, NC include Dobson Elementary School, Copeland Elementary School and Surry Online Magnet School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 27017?
5 public elementary schools are located in 27017.
What is the racial composition of students in 27017?
27017 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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