Purnell Swett High

Public Schools of Robeson County
11344 Deep Branch Road
Pembroke, NC 28372
1,608 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Purnell Swett High School, located in Pembroke, North Carolina, is a key secondary institution within the Public Schools of Robeson County district. Serving a diverse student population, the school is deeply rooted in the local community and is recognized for its strong connection to the cultural heritage of the area, particularly the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina. The school offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether they intend to pursue higher education, enter the workforce, or enlist in the military.

Beyond academics, Purnell Swett emphasizes student engagement through a variety of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, performing arts, and various career-focused clubs. The campus serves as a central hub for the Pembroke community, fostering a supportive environment that encourages school spirit and student leadership. By balancing traditional academic instruction with opportunities for personal development, the school strives to cultivate well-rounded graduates who are prepared to contribute positively to their local and global communities.
1,608
Total Students
92.5
Full-Time Teachers
17.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
97.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • American Indian
    1,285 (79.9 %)
  • Black
    159 (9.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    71 (4.4 %)
  • White
    46 (2.9 %)
  • Two or More
    44 (2.7 %)
  • Asian
    2 (0.1 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Public Schools of Robeson County
Phone: (910)521-3253
Website: http://www.robeson.k12.nc.us/schools.cfm?id=swett&schoolid=420
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,608
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 92.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,575
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 499
Grade 10 419
Grade 11 391
Grade 12 299
Gender Ratio
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Red Springs High
Public Schools of Robeson County
851 Students
509 N Vance Street
Red Springs, NC 28377 (9.4 miles away)
High School 9th - 12th