Serving 918 students in grades 6-8, Ross N. Robinson Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 918 students
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Robinson Middle School serves the southeast part of Kingsport, TN, covering an area of approximately 37.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of about 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located around 9.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ross N. Robinson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ross N. Robinson Middle School's student population of 918 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
918 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
62 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. View full 38-year historical data
School Rankings
Ross N. Robinson Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ross N. Robinson Middle School is 0.35, which is less 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
#297 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
40%
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Black
2%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
80%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.1%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ross N. Robinson Middle School's ranking?
Ross N. Robinson Middle School is ranked #297 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Ross N. Robinson Middle School often compared to?
Ross N. Robinson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Sevier Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Ross N. Robinson Middle School?
918 students attend Ross N. Robinson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Ross N. Robinson Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Ross N. Robinson Middle School offer ?
Ross N. Robinson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ross N. Robinson Middle School part of?
Ross N. Robinson Middle School is part of Kingsport School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
They do not enforce the Zero tolerance for bullying!
5 10/10/2025
A good educational system, small amounts of bullying and teachers are friendly and help with assignments.
4 10/10/2025
Very good school... the teachers here at Robinson push us to do our best, very good 1 on 1 help/instruction. If you're looking for a middle school in Kingsport. I would highly suggest you send your child here.... we have amazing students and faculty I hope to see your child as one of my new classmates!!!!! ~7th grade 2020-2021... class of 26.
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