Serving 930 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 53% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 930 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- 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 930 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
930 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Rankings
Ross N. Robinson Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,761 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 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#219 out of 1761 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
3%
21%
White
80%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ross N. Robinson Middle School's ranking?
Ross N. Robinson Middle School is ranked #219 out of 1,761 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?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% 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?
930 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, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ross N. Robinson Middle School?
Ross N. Robinson Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
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
4 10/7/2020
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.
5 4/21/2020
A good educational system, small amounts of bullying and teachers are friendly and help with assignments.
1 3/16/2017
They do not enforce the Zero tolerance for bullying!
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