Serving 768 students in grades 6-8, Lumberton Junior ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 768 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lumberton Junior ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lumberton Junior's student population of 768 students has grown by 83% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
768 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lumberton Junior ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lumberton Junior is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2363 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
14%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
21%
20%
Black
44%
25%
White
12%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lumberton Junior's ranking?
Lumberton Junior is ranked #2363 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Lumberton Junior often compared to?
Lumberton Junioris often viewed alongside schools like Littlefield Middle School, Magnolia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Lumberton Junior?
768 students attend Lumberton Junior.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Lumberton Junior students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are American Indian, 12% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lumberton Junior?
Lumberton Junior has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lumberton Junior offer ?
Lumberton Junior offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lumberton Junior part of?
Lumberton Junior is part of Public Schools Of Robeson County School District.
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