There were 10,012 students enrolled in Surry County districts in the 2022-23 school year, 0.4% more than the previous year, according to the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction.
Surry County Schools registered the highest enrollment among Surry County’s three districts in the 2022-23 school year, welcoming 7,121 students.
North Carolina’s public schools are facing a significant funding gap, with a per-student expenditure of $10,519 – well below the national average of $14,295.
This financial strain is further compounded by a significant challenge in staffing with a staggering 58.4% surge in vacant teaching positions in the 2021-22 school year, leaving over 5,000 classrooms without qualified instructors.
Enrollment in Surry County Over 9 Years
Enrollment in Surry County Districts Compared to Previous Year
| School name | Total Enrollment in 2021-22 | Total Enrollment in 2022-23 | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surry County Schools | 7,033 | 7,121 | 1.3% |
| Mount Airy City Schools | 1,665 | 1,678 | 0.8% |
| Elkin City Schools | 1,270 | 1,213 | -4.5% |
