Serving 148 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Robberson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 148 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robberson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Robberson Elementary School's student population of 148 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
148 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Robberson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robberson Elementary School is 0.56, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1032 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
14%
8%
Black
11%
15%
White
64%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robberson Elementary School's ranking?
Robberson Elementary School is ranked #1032 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Robberson Elementary School often compared to?
Robberson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fremont Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Robberson Elementary School?
148 students attend Robberson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Robberson Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robberson Elementary School?
Robberson Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Robberson Elementary School offer ?
Robberson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Robberson Elementary School part of?
Robberson Elementary School is part of Springfield R-XII School District.
In what neighborhood is Robberson Elementary School located?
Robberson Elementary School is located in the Robberson neighborhood of Springfield, MO.
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