Serving 640 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 19% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 640 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (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 640 students has grown by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
640 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Lumberton Junior ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lumberton Junior is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2481 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
51%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
50%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
63%

Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1

American Indian
10%
1%

Asian
2%
4%

Hispanic
26%
21%

Black
45%
25%

White
9%
43%

Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lumberton Junior's ranking?
Lumberton Junior is ranked #2481 out of 2,617 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Lumberton Junior?
640 students attend Lumberton Junior.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Lumberton Junior students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lumberton Junior?
Lumberton Junior has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
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 Of Robeson County School District.
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