Serving 251 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J W Robinson Jr Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: J W Robinson Jr Elementary School serves a central area in Lyons, IL, encompassing approximately 0.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest boundary of the attendance zone located about one mile away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
J W Robinson Jr Elementary School's student population of 251 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
251 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
J W Robinson Jr Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J W Robinson Jr Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2720 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
74%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
12%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J W Robinson Jr Elementary School's ranking?
J W Robinson Jr Elementary School is ranked #2720 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend J W Robinson Jr Elementary School?
251 students attend J W Robinson Jr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of J W Robinson Jr Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J W Robinson Jr Elementary School?
J W Robinson Jr Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does J W Robinson Jr Elementary School offer ?
J W Robinson Jr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is J W Robinson Jr Elementary School part of?
J W Robinson Jr Elementary School is part of Lyons SD 103 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Fall Break
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Fall Break
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Fall Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Fall Break
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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