Serving 3,607 students in grades 7-12, Robinson Secondary ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 3,607 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robinson Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Robinson Secondary's student population of 3,607 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 218 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,607 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
218 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Robinson Secondary ranks within the top 20% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robinson Secondary is 0.64, which is less 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
#270 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)67%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)87%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
7%
Hispanic
16%
19%
Black
7%
22%
White
56%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robinson Secondary's ranking?
Robinson Secondary is ranked #270 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Robinson Secondary often compared to?
Robinson Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Braddock Secondary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Robinson Secondary?
The graduation rate of Robinson Secondary is 98%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Robinson Secondary?
3,607 students attend Robinson Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Robinson Secondary students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robinson Secondary?
Robinson Secondary has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Robinson Secondary offer ?
Robinson Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Robinson Secondary part of?
Robinson Secondary is part of Fairfax County School District.
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