The top reported proficiency rate is 28% in Science. The lowest is 13% in Social studies.
Original Research by School Decision on Robinson Elementary School
Robinson Elementary School serves pre-kindergarten through eighth grade in Toledo's south-central neighborhoods. The school enrolls a small student body, with the largest cohort in pre-kindergarten and declining enrollment across the upper grades. The student population is predominantly African American, with smaller shares of multiracial and Hispanic students and very few white students. Free-or-reduced-price lunch eligibility data were not available.
Academic performance on Ohio's State Tests shows persistent challenges across tested subjects. In math, proficiency sits in the lower range, with fewer than one in five students meeting state standards in grades three through eight. English language arts proficiency is comparable, at similar levels. Science proficiency is higher but still below state benchmarks. The most recent available social studies data are from 2016–17 and show very low proficiency; no current social studies testing data are available, likely because Robinson does not currently test that subject in its grade band. Among the county's school-building population, Robinson's overall proficiency index places it in the bottom quartile relative to other schools in Lucas County.
The school is a regular public school governed by the Toledo City School District. A parent evaluating Robinson should be aware of the district's recent Transformation Plan, approved in April 2026 to address a significant budget deficit. The plan includes closing several elementary schools and reconfiguring grade bands at others. Robinson's own status under this plan, whether it remains open, transitions grade configurations, or closes, will substantially affect which families can attend and which building their child would occupy. A parent may want to look into the district's website or contact the school directly to understand how Transformation Plan decisions affect this building.
Toledo itself is undergoing marked revitalization. Downtown and the Warehouse District have attracted new housing, restaurants, and cultural venues. The city's economy is anchored by healthcare, manufacturing including automotive and glass, and education. The residential areas near the school range from established neighborhoods with historic charm to areas undergoing renewal. Housing in the zip code is moderately priced relative to national benchmarks, and rents are modest, making the area more affordable than state and national medians. Utilities and services are stable, though families should account for the new property tax levy approved in November 2024 that supports district operations and capital projects.
The Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority serves the city with fixed-route bus service and on-demand micro-transit, though transit coverage is uneven outside downtown and near-core areas, and most residents rely on cars for daily travel. Parks including Swan Creek Preserve Metropark and the Glass City Riverwalk offer recreational anchors, and the Toledo-Lucas County Public Library main branch is downtown.
Robinson's primary fit is for families seeking an elementary-through-middle school option in a south Toledo location with modest housing costs and a school community that is predominantly African American. The academic results indicate students face significant proficiency gaps, and a parent considering Robinson should understand both the current testing landscape and how the district's ongoing transformation may reshape the school's configuration and operations in coming years.
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