Serving 344 students in grades 6-8, South Robeson 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 15% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Robeson Middle School's student population of 344 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
344 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
South Robeson 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 South Robeson Middle School is 0.69, 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
#2528 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)15%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
35%
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
8%
22%
Black
42%
24%
White
4%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.4%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Robeson Middle School's ranking?
South Robeson Middle School is ranked #2528 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend South Robeson Middle School?
344 students attend South Robeson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of South Robeson Middle School students are Black, 35% of students are American Indian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Robeson Middle School?
South Robeson Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Robeson Middle School offer ?
South Robeson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Robeson Middle School part of?
South Robeson Middle School is part of Of Robeson County School District.
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