Skip to main content

Excellent

#4 of 1,036 schools in AR

Top 1% in state

Joe T. Robinson Middle School

Middle School · PULASKI COUNTY SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

21001 HWY 10, Little Rock, AR 72223

Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2025; directory SY 2023–24

Decision summary

School evidence without destination personalization.

This profile remains a source-backed school record; My move personalization is not enabled for this destination yet.

School Scout rating
9.5/10 (Excellent) is a school evidence signal, not a family-fit score.
Assessment evidence
Loaded structured records show math 54% and ELA 57%; compare the source periods before relying on them.
Location context
Joe T. Robinson Middle School is listed in PULASKI COUNTY SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.

Caveat

School evidence does not establish family fit by itself.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.3Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.55 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.4Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency53.4% (2025 ATLAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48% (2025 ATLAS)
Math vs. State Avg+13.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+12.5 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2025 ATLAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2025 ATLAS)
vs. Expected+27.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile91th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, district spending per student, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
District spending per student$13,934
Chronic Absenteeism2.6%

Joe T. Robinson Middle School — Students at Joe T. Robinson Middle School score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

99.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test ScoresAR ATLAS (SY 2024–25)

Math Proficiency54.1%(multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.0%(2025 ATLAS)
ELA Proficiency56.5%(multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
33.9%(2025 ATLAS)

Based on 37 test records from AR state assessments.About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
71%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
69%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
76%
2014
Math
23%
ELA
33%
2015
Math
54%
ELA
64%
2016
Math
60%
ELA
63%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
54%
2020*
Math
40%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
40%
ELA
49%
2022
Math
45%
ELA
55%
2025
Math
53.4%
ELA
48%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.

Nearby alternatives

Nearby verified-grade options

4 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available

  1. Little Rock Christian Academy

    Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.

    Distance
    1.2 mi
    Enrollment
    1,407
  2. Pinnacle View Middle School

    Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.

    Distance
    2.3 mi
    Enrollment
    817
  3. Driven Virtual Academy

    Potential charter option; enrollment requirements have not been verified.

    Distance
    Not available
    Enrollment
    218
  4. Maumelle Middle School

    Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.

    Distance
    Not available
    Enrollment
    508

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10Car-Dependent
Transit Score
8Minimal Transit
Bike Score
12Somewhat Bikeable

Powered byWalk Score

Location

21001 HWY 10, Little Rock, AR 72223

NeighborhoodU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)

ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 72223; this is area context, not an attendance boundary. · Data sources

Median Income

$99,063

Median Home Value

$435,100

Median Rent

$1,242/mo

Population

25,706

College Educated

65.7%

Homeownership

60.4%

Avg Commute

21.7 min

Poverty Rate

4.8%

Median Age

43.8

Quick FactsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
543
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Pulaski County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
2.6%

About Joe T. Robinson Middle School

Joe T. Robinson Middle School is a public middle school in Little Rock, AR, part of PULASKI COUNTY SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Joe T.

Robinson Middle School serves approximately 543 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Joe T. Robinson Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 out of 10 and ranks #4 of 1,036 schools in AR.

Structured state assessment records for Joe T. Robinson Middle School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
2.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented ProgramAvailable
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students.·CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22

District

PULASKI COUNTY SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
12,290
Schools in District
26
District spending per student
$13,934NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
District child poverty rate
13.3%Census SAIPE · 2024
District Rank
#1 of 26

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Joe T. Robinson Middle School

What grades does Joe T. Robinson Middle School serve?

Joe T. Robinson Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Joe T. Robinson Middle School?

Joe T. Robinson Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 543 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Joe T. Robinson Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Joe T. Robinson Middle School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Joe T. Robinson Middle School rank in AR?

Joe T. Robinson Middle School ranks #4 of 1,036 schools in AR.

What is Joe T. Robinson Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Joe T. Robinson Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Joe T. Robinson Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Joe T. Robinson Middle School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Joe T. Robinson Middle School a charter school?

No, Joe T. Robinson Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Joe T. Robinson Middle School a Title I school?

No, Joe T. Robinson Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Joe T. Robinson Middle School?

99.6% of students at Joe T. Robinson Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

How we rate schools

A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.

See how we rate

Get school insights in your inbox

New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.