The top reported proficiency rate is 65% in English language arts. The lowest is 55% in Math.
Original Research by School Decision on Robinson El
Robinson Elementary serves grades two and three in a small, consolidated school district on the west side of Robinson, a fast-growing suburban city south of Waco in McLennan County. The school enrolls students across both grade levels, with a student population that is roughly evenly split between white students and a mix of Hispanic, Black, Asian, and multiracial students. About half the enrollment qualifies for free or reduced-price lunch, a marker of economic need.
The school's performance on state testing reflects mixed readiness across the student body. In English language arts, students performed at the "meets" level at a rate somewhat above the midpoint among other districts in McLennan County, while math proficiency lagged noticeably below. Within the state's proficiency framework, most students have reached at least the "approaches" level in both subjects, meaning they have foundational skill. A smaller portion have reached the "meets" or advanced levels. The difference between ELA and math proficiency is notable and suggests that math instruction or student mastery in this grade band may warrant attention. This is a question a parent might want to explore directly with the school.
Robinson is a car-oriented, low-density suburban setting where shopping and dining are spread along a highway corridor rather than concentrated in a walkable downtown. School campuses and district offices cluster together on the west side. The community is residential and family-oriented, with access to parks including Peplow Park, which has a walking trail, playground, and recreation facilities. The broader Waco region, about thirty minutes north, provides employment for many residents and additional cultural and retail options. The city is described as the fastest-growing in McLennan County, with new residential subdivisions opening and commercial development underway near Interstate 35.
Housing costs in the Robinson area are moderate, sitting below state and national medians. Rental rates are also relatively affordable, a factor that may shape the school's enrollment and family stability. The district serves the town and surrounding areas that depend on schools like Robinson Elementary as part of their educational pipeline.
No data on discipline, chronic absenteeism, English learner support, or special education enrollment was available, so a parent should ask the school directly about those resources and how the school approaches students with varied learning needs. State testing data covers only grade three; grade two results were not reported, which is typical since Texas does not assess grade two at the state level.
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