Surry Elementary

Surry County Public Schools
1600 Hollybush Rd
Dendron, VA 23839
271 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 4th
School Overview
Surry Elementary School, located at 1600 Hollybush Road in Dendron, Virginia, serves as a primary educational institution within the Surry County Public Schools division. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and the personal development of its young students. By prioritizing foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, and social development, the school aims to prepare children for success in their middle and high school years while cultivating a sense of community engagement.

The institution focuses on a well-rounded educational experience, often integrating technology and modern pedagogical strategies to meet the diverse needs of its student body. As a pillar of the local Dendron community, Surry Elementary works closely with families and staff to maintain a safe, inclusive atmosphere. For those seeking detailed information regarding the school's specific programs, district policies, or calendar events, the official website at [http://www.surryschools.net](http://www.surryschools.net) serves as the primary resource for parents and community members.
271
Total Students
26.0
Full-Time Teachers
10.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
103.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • Black
    120 (44.3 %)
  • White
    119 (43.9 %)
  • Two or More
    18 (6.6 %)
  • Hispanic
    13 (4.8 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Surry County Public Schools
Phone: (757)267-2558
Website: http://www.surryschoolsnet
Grade Range: Pre-K - 4th
Total Students: 271
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 26.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 10.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 279
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 35
Kindergarten 46
Grade 1 47
Grade 2 42
Grade 3 49
Grade 4 52
Gender Ratio