Serving 1,030 students in grades 9-12, Joe T. Robinson High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,030 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Joe T. Robinson High School serves the northwest part of Little Rock, AR, covering an area of approximately 318.7 square miles. Families within the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with some distances reaching up to 28 miles from the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joe T. Robinson High School's student population of 1,030 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,030 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1927
School Calendar
School Rankings
Joe T. Robinson High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joe T. Robinson High School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#632 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
37%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)17.7%
26.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joe T. Robinson High School's ranking?
Joe T. Robinson High School is ranked #632 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Joe T. Robinson High School often compared to?
Joe T. Robinson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Joe T. Robinson High School?
The graduation rate of Joe T. Robinson High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Joe T. Robinson High School?
1,030 students attend Joe T. Robinson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Joe T. Robinson High School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joe T. Robinson High School?
Joe T. Robinson High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Joe T. Robinson High School offer ?
Joe T. Robinson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Joe T. Robinson High School part of?
Joe T. Robinson High School is part of Pulaski County Special School District.
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