Summary:
The city of Lumberton, North Carolina is home to 14 schools, including 10 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools. The schools in this area serve a diverse student population, with varying percentages of White, African American, Hispanic, Asian, Native American, and multi-racial students. However, the majority of students come from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, with most schools having over 97% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch.
Two standout schools in the Lumberton area are PSRC Early College at RCC, a public high school that consistently ranks among the top in the state, and Southeastern Academy, a public charter elementary/middle school that ranks in the top 10% of North Carolina elementary schools. These schools have exceptional test scores, with over 90% and 80% of students, respectively, proficient or better in core subjects, significantly higher than the district and state averages.
However, the data also reveals significant achievement gaps between the highest-performing and lowest-performing schools in the area. The schools with the highest percentages of economically disadvantaged students tend to have the lowest test scores and rankings, suggesting a strong link between poverty and academic achievement. The Public Schools of Robeson County, which oversees all the schools in the Lumberton area, is ranked 216 out of 242 districts in North Carolina and has an overall 1-star rating, indicating significant systemic challenges that the district must address to improve educational outcomes for its students.
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