SOUTH ROBESON HIGH SCHOOL

South Robeson High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Public Schools of Robeson County school district, located in Rowland, NC with about 476 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 40 teachers, South Robeson High has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

South Robeson High School, located in Rowland, North Carolina, serves as a central educational institution within the Public Schools of Robeson County district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, student engagement, and preparation for life beyond high school. By providing a diverse curriculum and various extracurricular opportunities, the school aims to help students develop the critical thinking skills and character necessary to succeed in their future personal and professional endeavors.

Community and partnership are core components of the school’s identity, as it works to bridge the gap between classroom instruction and real-world application. Through its faculty and administrative leadership, South Robeson High strives to cultivate a safe, inclusive atmosphere that encourages students to take pride in their work and contribute positively to their local community. As part of the larger district framework, the school consistently focuses on meeting state educational standards while addressing the unique needs of its student body in rural North Carolina.

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*Note: Please be aware that South Robeson High School was officially consolidated with other area schools in 2020 to form Purnell Swett High School and the new South Robeson district initiatives. You may want to verify the current status or specific enrollment details through the [Robeson County Schools district website](https://www.robeson.k12.nc.us/) if you are researching for active enrollment.*

For more information, contact South Robeson High at (910) 422-3987 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.