Serving 692 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pembroke Elementary 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 33% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (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 97% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 692 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pembroke Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pembroke Elementary School's student population of 692 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
692 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pembroke Elementary 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 Elementary School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2242 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
83%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Black
5%
25%
White
3%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pembroke Elementary School's ranking?
Pembroke Elementary School is ranked #2242 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Pembroke Elementary School often compared to?
Pembroke Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Saint Pauls Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Pembroke Elementary School?
692 students attend Pembroke Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Pembroke Elementary School students are American Indian, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pembroke Elementary School?
Pembroke Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pembroke Elementary School offer ?
Pembroke Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Pembroke Elementary School part of?
Pembroke Elementary School is part of Of Robeson County School District.
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