Serving 117 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Robinson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (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.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 117 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Robinson Elementary School serves the east part of its school district in Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Families typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edges of the attendance zone located about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robinson Elementary School's student population of 117 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
117 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Robinson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robinson Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#1751 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
2%
29%
Black
94%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robinson Elementary School's ranking?
Robinson Elementary School is ranked #1751 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Robinson Elementary School?
117 students attend Robinson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Robinson Elementary School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robinson Elementary School?
Robinson Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Robinson Elementary School offer ?
Robinson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Robinson Elementary School part of?
Robinson Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Robinson Elementary School located?
Robinson Elementary School is located in the Oakland neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 1 other public schools located in Oakland.
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