Serving 645 students in grades 6-8, Pembroke Middle School 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 30% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (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 97% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 645 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pembroke Middle serves the northwest part of Pembroke, NC, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 105.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 5.9 miles, and the furthest edge located 10.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pembroke Middle School's student population of 645 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
645 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pembroke Middle School 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 Pembroke Middle School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2263 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)30%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
77%
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
8%
22%
Black
6%
24%
White
3%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pembroke Middle School's ranking?
Pembroke Middle School is ranked #2263 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Pembroke Middle School often compared to?
Pembroke Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cis Academy, Littlefield Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Pembroke Middle School?
645 students attend Pembroke Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Pembroke Middle School students are American Indian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pembroke Middle School?
Pembroke Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pembroke Middle School offer ?
Pembroke Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pembroke Middle School part of?
Pembroke Middle School is part of Of Robeson County School District.
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