Serving 305 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Joe T. Robinson Elem. School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joe T. Robinson Elem. School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Joe T. Robinson Elem. School's student population of 305 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
305 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Joe T. Robinson Elem. School ranks within the top 30% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joe T. Robinson Elem. School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#239 out of 989 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
36%
19%
White
47%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joe T. Robinson Elem. School's ranking?
Joe T. Robinson Elem. School is ranked #239 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Joe T. Robinson Elem. School often compared to?
Joe T. Robinson Elem. Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Baker Elementary School, Chenal Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Joe T. Robinson Elem. School?
305 students attend Joe T. Robinson Elem. School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Joe T. Robinson Elem. School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joe T. Robinson Elem. School?
Joe T. Robinson Elem. School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Joe T. Robinson Elem. School offer ?
Joe T. Robinson Elem. School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joe T. Robinson Elem. School part of?
Joe T. Robinson Elem. School is part of Pulaski County Special School District.
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