Serving 387 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Robinson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Robinson Elementary School serves a central area in Trenton, NJ, covering approximately 2.4 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1 mile from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robinson Elementary School's student population of 387 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
387 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Robinson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robinson Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#1441 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
37%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
40%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
3%
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)12.7%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robinson Elementary School's ranking?
Robinson Elementary School is ranked #1441 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Robinson Elementary School?
387 students attend Robinson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Robinson Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robinson Elementary School?
Robinson Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Robinson Elementary School offer ?
Robinson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Robinson Elementary School part of?
Robinson Elementary School is part of Hamilton Township Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Robinson Elementary School located?
Robinson Elementary School is located in the White Horse neighborhood of Trenton, NJ. There are 2 other public schools located in White Horse.
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