Serving 473 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Robertson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Robertson Elementary serves the northwest part of Yakima, WA, with an attendance zone covering approximately 0.9 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robertson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Robertson Elementary School's student population of 473 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
473 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Robertson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robertson Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1342 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
9%
Showing 1996–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
79%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.8%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robertson Elementary School's ranking?
Robertson Elementary School is ranked #1342 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Robertson Elementary School often compared to?
Robertson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cottonwood Elementary School, Bess Herian Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Robertson Elementary School?
473 students attend Robertson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Robertson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robertson Elementary School?
Robertson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Robertson Elementary School offer ?
Robertson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Robertson Elementary School part of?
Robertson Elementary School is part of Yakima School District.
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