Needs Improvement
#2471 of 2,648 schools in NC
Pembroke Middle
Middle School · Public Schools of Robeson County
PO Box 1148, Pembroke, NC 28372
Enrollment
641
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
3.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
641
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
3.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,471 of 2,648
In Pembroke
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#28 of 36
Public Schools of Robeson County
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Pembroke Middle
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About Pembroke Middle
Pembroke Middle is a public middle school in Pembroke, NC, part of Public Schools of Robeson County. Pembroke Middle serves approximately 641 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Pembroke Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,471 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Pembroke Middle show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.7
- NC avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
54% of students at Pembroke Middle 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 Middle — Students at Pembroke Middle score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.5%
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: 4.5/10.
How Pembroke Middle Compares
See how Pembroke Middle 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 1148, Pembroke, NC 28372
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pembroke Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CIS Academy (rated 6.9/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Lumberton), which scores notably higher. Another option is South Robeson Middle School (rated 6.0/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Rowland), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Red Springs Middle (rated 3.0/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby Red Springs), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Pembroke, see our Pembroke schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CIS Academy Lumberton | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Pembroke Elementary Pembroke | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Old Main STREAM Academy Pembroke | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Purnell Swett High Pembroke | 2.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Union Elementary Rowland | 3.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Prospect Elementary Maxton | 4.2 mi | 6.1 |
| MOUNT ZION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pembroke | 4.3 mi | — |
| RIVERSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lumberton | 4.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Deep Branch Elementary Lumberton | 4.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Union Chapel Elementary Pembroke | 5.1 mi | 3.6 |
| MIND AND SOUL SCHOOL Maxcon | 6.8 mi | — |
| South Robeson Middle School Rowland | 9.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Peterson Elementary Red Springs | 9.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Oxendine Elementary Maxton | 9.4 mi | 5.5 |
| HIGHLANDER ACADEMY Red Springs | 10.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Red Springs Middle Red Springs | 10.1 mi | 3.0 |
| Red Springs High Red Springs | 10.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Townsend Elementary Maxton | 9.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Southside Ashpole Elementary Rowland | 11.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Piney Grove Elementary Lumberton | 9.8 mi | 5.0 |
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
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|---|---|
| Centennial Campus Middle Raleigh, NC | 3.6 |
| East Hoke Middle Raeford, NC | 3.6 |
| Flat Rock Middle East Flat Rock, NC | 3.6 |
| Jackson Middle Greensboro, NC | 3.6 |
| James Martin Middle Charlotte, NC | 3.6 |
| Southern Alamance Middle Graham, NC | 3.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pembroke Middle
What grades does Pembroke Middle serve?
Pembroke Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Pembroke Middle?
Pembroke Middle has an enrollment of approximately 641 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pembroke Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Pembroke Middle 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 Middle rank in NC?
Pembroke Middle ranks #2,471 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Pembroke Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Pembroke Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pembroke Middle has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Pembroke Middle a charter school?
No, Pembroke Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pembroke Middle a Title I school?
No, Pembroke Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pembroke Middle?
99.5% of students at Pembroke Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 641
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Robeson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.1%
- Phone
- (910) 522-5013
Resources & Links
District
Public Schools of Robeson County- District Enrollment
- 20,983
- Schools in District
- 37
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,767
- District Rank
- #28 of 36
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