Serving 1,604 students in grades 9-12, Purnell Swett High 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 35-39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 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 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,604 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Purnell Swett High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Purnell Swett High School's student population of 1,604 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,604 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Purnell Swett High 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 Purnell Swett High School is 0.35, 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
#1843 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
80%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
21%
Black
10%
25%
White
3%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Purnell Swett High School's ranking?
Purnell Swett High School is ranked #1843 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Purnell Swett High School often compared to?
Purnell Swett High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lumberton Senior High School, Fairmont High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Purnell Swett High School?
The graduation rate of Purnell Swett High School is 91%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Purnell Swett High School?
1,604 students attend Purnell Swett High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Purnell Swett High School students are American Indian, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Purnell Swett High School?
Purnell Swett High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Purnell Swett High School offer ?
Purnell Swett High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Purnell Swett High School part of?
Purnell Swett High School is part of Of Robeson County School District.
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