Below Average
#2058 of 2,648 schools in NC
Pembroke Elementary
Elementary School · Public Schools of Robeson County
PO Box 878, Pembroke, NC 28372
Enrollment
704
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
704
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,058 of 2,648
In Pembroke
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#21 of 36
Public Schools of Robeson County
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Pembroke Elementary
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About Pembroke Elementary
Pembroke Elementary is a public elementary school in Pembroke, NC, part of Public Schools of Robeson County. Pembroke Elementary serves approximately 704 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Pembroke Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,058 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Pembroke Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 4.9
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
43% of students at Pembroke Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Pembroke Elementary — Students at Pembroke Elementary score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.1/10.
How Pembroke Elementary Compares
See how Pembroke Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO Box 878, Pembroke, NC 28372
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pembroke Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Old Main STREAM Academy (rated 8.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Union Elementary (rated 6.1/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Rowland), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Prospect Elementary (rated 6.1/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Maxton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pembroke, see our Pembroke schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Old Main STREAM Academy Pembroke | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| CIS Academy Lumberton | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Pembroke Middle Pembroke | 1.0 mi | 3.6 |
| MOUNT ZION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pembroke | 3.8 mi | — |
| Purnell Swett High Pembroke | 3.4 mi | 5.5 |
| RIVERSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lumberton | 4.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Deep Branch Elementary Lumberton | 4.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Union Elementary Rowland | 4.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Prospect Elementary Maxton | 4.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Union Chapel Elementary Pembroke | 4.3 mi | 3.6 |
| MIND AND SOUL SCHOOL Maxcon | 7.8 mi | — |
| Peterson Elementary Red Springs | 9.5 mi | 4.4 |
| South Robeson Middle School Rowland | 9.6 mi | 6.0 |
| HIGHLANDER ACADEMY Red Springs | 9.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Red Springs Middle Red Springs | 10.0 mi | 3.0 |
| Oxendine Elementary Maxton | 9.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Red Springs High Red Springs | 10.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Piney Grove Elementary Lumberton | 8.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Townsend Elementary Maxton | 9.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Southside Ashpole Elementary Rowland | 11.5 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28372 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$31,860
Median Home Value
$100,900
Median Rent
$728/mo
Population
12,286
College Educated
22.3%
Homeownership
59.2%
Avg Commute
22.1 min
Poverty Rate
30.5%
Median Age
29
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| American Renaissance School Statesville, NC | 4.9 |
| Central Elementary Eden, NC | 4.9 |
| Loyd E Auman Elementary Fayetteville, NC | 4.9 |
| Montclair Elementary Fayetteville, NC | 4.9 |
| Northeast Elementary Kinston, NC | 4.9 |
| Stateside Elementary Jacksonville, NC | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pembroke Elementary
What grades does Pembroke Elementary serve?
Pembroke Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Pembroke Elementary?
Pembroke Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 704 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pembroke Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Pembroke Elementary is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pembroke Elementary rank in NC?
Pembroke Elementary ranks #2,058 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Pembroke Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Pembroke Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Pembroke Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pembroke Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Pembroke Elementary a charter school?
No, Pembroke Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pembroke Elementary a Title I school?
No, Pembroke Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pembroke Elementary?
99.6% of students at Pembroke Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 704
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Robeson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.2%
- Phone
- (910) 521-4204
Resources & Links
District
Public Schools of Robeson County- District Enrollment
- 20,983
- Schools in District
- 37
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,767
- District Rank
- #21 of 36
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