publichighGrade 9-12

Purnell Swett High

11344 Deep Branch Road, Pembroke, NC 28372, United States

+1 (910) 521-3253

http://www.robeson.k12.nc.us/schools.cfm?id=swett&schoolid=420

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Purnell Swett High Overview

About This School

Purnell Swett High is a public high in Pembroke, North Carolina, serving 1,583 students in grades Grade 9-12. The school maintains a staff of 86 teachers with an average salary of $47,599 and an 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Guidance services are provided through a ratio of 316 students per counselor. The student body is composed of 50% male and 50% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population includes 9% Black, 5% Hispanic, 4% Two or More Races, and 2% White students.

1,583

Total Students

Grade 9-12

18:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

86 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts0%

Mathematics0%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

Grade 9-12

County

Robeson County

Students per Counselor

316:1

Purnell Swett High Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

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English Language Arts

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Class Information

18:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 15.2:1

State Avg: 15.7:1

316

Students per Counselor

Purnell Swett High Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$47,599

City Avg: $44,665

State Avg: $46,507

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio18:1

Students per Counselor316:1

Purnell Swett High Student Demographics

Student Body

49.78%

Male

50.22%

Female

Total Enrollment: 1,583 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White2.27%

Hispanic5.43%

Asian0.06%

Black9.29%

Two or More Races4.23%

Native American78.58%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Purnell Swett High

Q: What is Purnell Swett High?

A: Purnell Swett High is a high public located in Pembroke.

Q: How many students attend Purnell Swett High?

A: Purnell Swett High has approximately 1,583 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Purnell Swett High?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Purnell Swett High is 18:1.

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Detailed Information about Purnell Swett High

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

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About Purnell Swett High - Pembroke, NC

Quick Facts about Purnell Swett High
School Name	Purnell Swett High
School Type	public
Grade Levels	Grade 9-12
Location	11344 Deep Branch Road, Pembroke, NC 28372, Pembroke, NC
County	Robeson County
Phone	+1 (910) 521-3253
Total Students	1,583
Student-Teacher Ratio	18:1
Full-Time Teachers	86
Rating	/10
ELA Proficiency	%
Math Proficiency	%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Purnell Swett High

What is Purnell Swett High?

Purnell Swett High is a high public located in Pembroke.

How many students attend Purnell Swett High?

Purnell Swett High has approximately 1,583 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Purnell Swett High?

The student-teacher ratio at Purnell Swett High is 18:1.

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