Serving 521 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Robbinsville Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 521 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Robbinsville Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Robbinsville, NC, covering approximately 301.6 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 10.3 miles and the furthest edge reaching 14.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robbinsville Elementary School's student population of 521 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
521 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Robbinsville Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robbinsville Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2313 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)28%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
15%
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
5%
22%
Black
1%
24%
White
78%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robbinsville Elementary School's ranking?
Robbinsville Elementary School is ranked #2313 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Robbinsville Elementary School?
521 students attend Robbinsville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Robbinsville Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robbinsville Elementary School?
Robbinsville Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Robbinsville Elementary School offer ?
Robbinsville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Robbinsville Elementary School part of?
Robbinsville Elementary School is part of Graham County Schools.
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