Summary:
The city of Pembroke, North Carolina is home to 6 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school, serving a predominantly Native American student population. While the schools generally perform below the state average on academic measures, a few standout institutions, such as Old Main STREAM Academy and CIS Academy, are outpacing their peers and providing a higher quality education.
The Old Main STREAM Academy, a public charter elementary school, stands out with the highest statewide ranking among Pembroke's schools, ranking 591 out of 1,502 North Carolina elementary schools and receiving 3 out of 5 stars from SchoolDigger. Its students also score above the state average in math, reading, and science. Similarly, CIS Academy, a public charter middle school, performs well, ranking 422 out of 784 North Carolina middle schools and receiving 2 out of 5 stars, with students scoring above the state average in core subjects.
However, the majority of Pembroke's schools face significant challenges, with extremely high free/reduced lunch rates, ranging from 36.43% at Old Main STREAM Academy to over 99% at Purnell Swett High, Pembroke Middle, Pembroke Elementary, and Union Chapel Elementary. This suggests that the schools serve a predominantly low-income population, which may present unique challenges and resource needs.
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