Serving 473 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Virgie Robinson 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 13% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Virgie Robinson Elementary serves the southern part of Pasco, WA, covering an area of approximately 6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.3 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Virgie Robinson Elementary School's student population of 473 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
473 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Putting students first to make learning last a lifetime.
School Rankings
Virgie Robinson 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 Virgie Robinson Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#2056 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
94%
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
2%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
1%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.4%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Virgie Robinson Elementary School's ranking?
Virgie Robinson Elementary School is ranked #2056 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Virgie Robinson Elementary School?
473 students attend Virgie Robinson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Virgie Robinson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Virgie Robinson Elementary School?
Virgie Robinson Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Virgie Robinson Elementary School offer ?
Virgie Robinson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Virgie Robinson Elementary School part of?
Virgie Robinson Elementary School is part of Pasco School District.
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