Serving 544 students in grades 6-8, Joe T. Robinson Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joe T. Robinson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Joe T. Robinson Middle School's student population of 544 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
544 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Joe T. Robinson Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joe T. Robinson Middle School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#194 out of 997 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
31%
19%
White
52%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joe T. Robinson Middle School's ranking?
Joe T. Robinson Middle School is ranked #194 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Joe T. Robinson Middle School often compared to?
Joe T. Robinson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maumelle Middle School, Pinnacle View Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Joe T. Robinson Middle School?
544 students attend Joe T. Robinson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Joe T. Robinson Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joe T. Robinson Middle School?
Joe T. Robinson Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Joe T. Robinson Middle School offer ?
Joe T. Robinson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Joe T. Robinson Middle School part of?
Joe T. Robinson Middle School is part of Pulaski County Special School District.
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