Serving 670 students in grades 7-8, Irving A. Robbins Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 670 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Irving A. Robbins Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Farmington, CT school district, encompassing an area of approximately 28.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Irving A. Robbins Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Irving A. Robbins Middle School's student population of 670 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
670 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Global Citizens
School Rankings
Irving A. Robbins Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Irving A. Robbins Middle School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#127 out of 939 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
26%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
50%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.9%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Irving A. Robbins Middle School's ranking?
Irving A. Robbins Middle School is ranked #127 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Irving A. Robbins Middle School often compared to?
Irving A. Robbins Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Avon Middle School, Canton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Irving A. Robbins Middle School?
670 students attend Irving A. Robbins Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Irving A. Robbins Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Irving A. Robbins Middle School?
Irving A. Robbins Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Irving A. Robbins Middle School offer ?
Irving A. Robbins Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Irving A. Robbins Middle School part of?
Irving A. Robbins Middle School is part of Farmington School District.
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