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#135 of 990 schools in CT

Top 14% in state

Irving A. Robbins Middle School

Middle School · Farmington School District

20 Wolf Pit Rd., Farmington, CT 06032

Enrollment

625

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

8.5

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#135 of 990

In Farmington

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#5 of 7

Farmington School District

Academic growth

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Irving A. Robbins Middle School

8.5/10

Middle School in Farmington · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.1/10

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About Irving A. Robbins Middle School

Irving A. Robbins Middle School is a public middle school in Farmington, CT, part of Farmington School District. Irving A.

Robbins Middle School serves approximately 625 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Irving A. Robbins Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #135 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Irving A. Robbins Middle School show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.6
  • CT avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.88 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.7Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency63% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency75% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency69% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)63% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+6.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,734
Chronic Absenteeism10.6%

Irving A. Robbins Middle School — Students at Irving A. Robbins Middle School score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

22.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 77.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 79.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from CT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
96%
ELA
96%
2010
Math
98%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
96%
ELA
96%
2012
Math
96%
ELA
95%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
24.5%
2014
Math
69%
ELA
80%
2015
Math
73%
ELA
76%
2016
Math
70%
ELA
73%
2017
Math
70%
ELA
81%
2018
Math
73%
ELA
84%
2019
Math
73%
ELA
84%
2020*
Math
65%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
65%
ELA
77%
2022
Math
63%
ELA
75%

* 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: 8.8/10.

How Irving A. Robbins Middle School Compares

See how Irving A. Robbins Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
87th percentile in CT
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
22%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
53 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

20 Wolf Pit Rd., Farmington, CT 06032

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Irving A. Robbins Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Sedgwick Middle School (rated 7.6/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby West Hartford), with a comparable rating. Another option is Pulaski Middle School (rated 4.4/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby New Britain), a more accessible option. Additionally, Slade Middle School (rated 2.8/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby New Britian), a more accessible option. For more schools in Farmington, see our Farmington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
East Farms School Farmington 0.1 mi 8.1
Pulaski Middle School New Britain 1.6 mi 4.4
Jefferson Elementary School New Britain 1.7 mi 4.6
Holmes Elementary School New Britian 1.6 mi 5.8
Noah Wallace School Farmington 1.5 mi 8.5
MISS PORTER'S SCHOOL Farmington 1.6 mi 6.5
E. C. Goodwin Technical High School New Britain 2.4 mi 4.1
DiLoreto Elementary & Middle School New Britain 2.4 mi 5.4
Academy of Science and Innovation New Britain 2.6 mi 3.9
SOLOMON SCHECHTER DAY SCHOOL West Hartford 2.7 mi 6.1
Gaffney Elementary School New Britain 3.2 mi 5.6
Wolcott School West Hartford 2.6 mi 8.1
Conard High School West Hartford 2.7 mi 7.6
Smalley Elementary School New Britain 3.4 mi 4.2
Anna Reynolds School Newington 2.8 mi 6.0
Duffy School West Hartford 3.0 mi 8.0
Sedgwick Middle School West Hartford 3.1 mi 7.6
Braeburn School West Hartford 3.4 mi 8.8
Webster Hill School West Hartford 3.3 mi 8.5
Slade Middle School New Britian 4.3 mi 2.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06032 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$131,488

Median Home Value

$419,200

Median Rent

$1,828/mo

Population

18,642

College Educated

66.1%

Homeownership

73.6%

Avg Commute

24.4 min

Poverty Rate

5.4%

Median Age

43.8

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
A. Baldwin Middle School Guilford, CT 8.5
Bedford Middle School Westport, CT 8.5
Gideon Welles School Glastonbury, CT 8.5
Newtown Middle School Newtown, CT 8.5
Western Middle School Greenwich, CT 8.5
Coleytown Middle School Westport, CT 8.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Irving A. Robbins Middle School

What grades does Irving A. Robbins Middle School serve?

Irving A. Robbins Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Irving A. Robbins Middle School?

Irving A. Robbins Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 625 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Irving A. Robbins Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Irving A. Robbins 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 Irving A. Robbins Middle School rank in CT?

Irving A. Robbins Middle School ranks #135 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Irving A. Robbins Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Irving A. Robbins Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Irving A. Robbins Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Irving A. Robbins Middle School has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Irving A. Robbins Middle School a charter school?

No, Irving A. Robbins Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Irving A. Robbins Middle School a Title I school?

No, Irving A. Robbins Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Irving A. Robbins Middle School?

22.1% of students at Irving A. Robbins 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
625
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
53
Free/Reduced Lunch
22.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 1
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.6%

District

Farmington School District
District Enrollment
4,194
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,734
District Rank
#5 of 7

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