Public Schools of Robeson County

District Overview
Headquartered at 100 Hargrave Street in Lumberton, North Carolina, the Public Schools of Robeson County serves as a primary educational anchor within a rural distant setting. Operating as a traditional, non-charter public school district, it oversees 37 active campuses that offer comprehensive academic pathways spanning pre-kindergarten all the way through 13th grade. Designed to meet the evolving needs of the surrounding community, the district's broad instructional coverage supports learners through foundational early education, middle school growth, high school graduation, and extended grade programs.

According to 2024–2025 NCES context, the district serves a vibrant and diverse student body of 21,301 enrolled pupils, representing a rich demographic mix that includes strong American Indian (7,853), Hispanic (4,840), Black (4,813), and White (2,085) student communities. To maintain high academic standards and support its extensive school network, the district relies on a dedicated workforce of over 2,805 full-time equivalent (FTE) employees. This includes approximately 2,675 FTE certified teachers and 130 support personnel, establishing a well-resourced educational environment aimed at fostering academic achievement and student wellbeing across Robeson County.
37
Total Schools
21,301
Total Students
2,675.2
Full-Time Teachers
8.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Public Schools of Robeson County
Demographic Student Count
White2,085
Hispanic4,840
Black4,813
Asian131
Two or More1,546
American Indian7,853
Pacific Islander33
  • American Indian
    7,853 (36.9%)
  • Hispanic
    4,840 (22.7%)
  • Black
    4,813 (22.6%)
  • White
    2,085 (9.8%)
  • Two or More
    1,546 (7.3%)
  • Asian
    131 (0.6%)
  • Pacific Islander
    33 (0.2%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Public Schools of Robeson County
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary22
Middle8
High6
Other1
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:37
Students:21,301*
Teachers (FTE):2,675.2*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:8.0
Schools in Public Schools of Robeson County
Found 37 Schools