Serving 625 students in grades 7-8, Irving A. Robbins Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 625 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Irving A. Robbins Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Irving A. Robbins Middle School's student population of 625 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
625 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Global Citizens
School Rankings
Irving A. Robbins Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Irving A. Robbins Middle School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#127 out of 939 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
23%
5%
Hispanic
12%
31%
Black
5%
12%
White
52%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Irving A. Robbins Middle School's ranking?
Irving A. Robbins Middle School is ranked #127 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Irving A. Robbins Middle School often compared to?
Irving A. Robbins Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Avon Middle School, Canton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Irving A. Robbins Middle School?
625 students attend Irving A. Robbins Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Irving A. Robbins Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Irving A. Robbins Middle School?
Irving A. Robbins Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Irving A. Robbins Middle School offer ?
Irving A. Robbins Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Irving A. Robbins Middle School part of?
Irving A. Robbins Middle School is part of Farmington School District.
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