Serving 1,080 students in grades 9-12, Jay M Robinson High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,080 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jay M Robinson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Jay M Robinson High School's student population of 1,080 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,080 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jay M Robinson High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jay M Robinson High School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#686 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
25%
20%
Black
30%
25%
White
36%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jay M Robinson High School's ranking?
Jay M Robinson High School is ranked #686 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Jay M Robinson High School often compared to?
Jay M Robinson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cox Mill High School, Hickory Ridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jay M Robinson High School?
The graduation rate of Jay M Robinson High School is 88%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Jay M Robinson High School?
1,080 students attend Jay M Robinson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Jay M Robinson High School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 5% 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 Jay M Robinson High School?
Jay M Robinson High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jay M Robinson High School offer ?
Jay M Robinson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jay M Robinson High School part of?
Jay M Robinson High School is part of Cabarrus County Schools School District.
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