Virgie Robinson Elementary

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Virgie Robinson Elementary is a public elementary school in Pasco, Washington, serving around 500 students in grades PK-5. The school is part of the Pasco School District, which is ranked 214 out of 247 districts in the state and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Virgie Robinson Elementary consistently ranks among the lowest-performing elementary schools in Washington state, with proficiency rates in English Language Arts, Math, and Science that are significantly lower than the district and state averages across all grade levels. The school struggles to support the academic achievement of its student subgroups, particularly Hispanic students and English Language Learners, who rank in the bottom 10-15% and 15-20% of Washington elementary schools, respectively. Despite spending significantly more per student ($18,076 in 2021-2022) compared to the state average, the school's resources have not translated into improved academic outcomes.

The challenges faced by Virgie Robinson Elementary are not unique, as nearby schools in the Pasco School District, such as Captain Gray STEM Elementary, Emerson Elementary, and Rowena Chess Elementary, also struggle academically and rank among the lowest-performing schools in the state. This suggests that the issues at Virgie Robinson Elementary may be systemic within the district, and a comprehensive, data-driven approach is needed to address the underlying factors and implement effective strategies to support student learning and success.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-5

 125 S. Wehe Ave
       Pasco, WA  99301


(509) 543-6086

District: Pasco School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
1108th of 1,168 Washington Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $18,076 Help


Students who attend Virgie Robinson Elementary usually attend:

Middle:    Ellen Ochoa Middle School
High:    Chiawana Senior High School

Student/teacher ratio:  15.7 Help
Number of students:  495

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:
93.9%
Asian:
2.8%
White:
2.4%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  95.6% Help


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Compare Details Virgie Robinson Elementary ranks worse than 94.9% of elementary schools in Washington. It also ranks 10th among 16 ranked elementary schools in the Pasco School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 8.77. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: Hispanic (93.9%), Asian (2.8%), White (2.4%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 95.6% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Virgie Robinson Elementary is 15.7. 13 elementary schools in the Pasco School District have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Virgie Robinson Elementary is $18,076, which is the 10th highest among 16 elementary schools in the Pasco School District.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Virgie Robinson Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Virgie Robinson Elementary 1108th of 1168 Washington public elementary schools. (See Virgie Robinson Elementary in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:


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Female students:
Male students:
Hispanic students:


Pasco School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Pasco School District 214th of 247 Washington school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Virgie Robinson Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Virgie Robinson Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2007 1.21 1068th 1069 0.1%
2008 0.69 1067th 1067 0.0%
2009 0.65 1072nd 1072 0.0%
2010 1.28 1088th 1088 0.0%
2011 1.60 1087th 1092 0.5%
2012 1.64 1092nd 1097 0.5%
2013 1.18 1104th 1106 0.2%
2015 1.54 1065th 1067 0.2%
2016 2.10 1045th 1053 0.8%
2017 3.21 1044th 1056 1.1%
2018 2.67 1044th 1054 0.9%
2019 7.95 1078th 1130 4.6%
2021 5.75 1097th 1107 0.9%
2022 4.99 1153rd 1169 1.4%
2023 4.20 1155th 1169 1.2%
2024 8.77 1108th 1168 5.1%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Virgie Robinson Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 31.16 260th 333 21.9%
2019 32.90 183rd 248 26.2%
2023 12.89 244th 254 3.9%
2024 19.62 282nd 320 11.9%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Virgie Robinson Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 18.28 890th 979 9.1%
2021 7.04 849th 854 0.6%
2022 9.61 996th 1019 2.3%
2023 7.12 995th 1013 1.8%
2024 17.71 926th 1024 9.6%
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Rank History for Migrant students at Virgie Robinson Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 29.41 54th 61 11.5%
2019 73.50 9th 64 85.9%
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Rank History for Female students at Virgie Robinson Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 2.56 996th 1004 0.8%
2019 9.21 1020th 1068 4.5%
2022 4.47 1096th 1100 0.4%
2023 6.06 1076th 1094 1.6%
2024 8.02 1058th 1093 3.2%
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Rank History for Male students at Virgie Robinson Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 3.92 987th 999 1.2%
2019 9.81 1017th 1075 5.4%
2021 6.56 1013th 1025 1.2%
2022 7.89 1081st 1113 2.9%
2023 3.36 1095th 1099 0.4%
2024 16.54 969th 1099 11.8%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Virgie Robinson Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 6.62 534th 540 1.1%
2019 24.63 576th 697 17.4%
2021 12.71 491st 501 2.0%
2022 11.66 681st 694 1.9%
2023 7.77 624th 633 1.4%
2024 14.70 604th 651 7.2%
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Rank History for White students at Virgie Robinson Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 3.91 1019th 1027 0.8%
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Data source: test scores: Washington Office of Superindentent of Public Instruction, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

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Enrollment information for Virgie Robinson Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2006 12 16 1 593 0 n/a n/a 0 622
2007 13 20 0 536 0 n/a n/a 0 569
2008 14 12 0 609 0 n/a n/a 1 636
2009 8 20 0 642 1 n/a n/a 3 674
2010 7 13 0 679 1 n/a n/a 6 706
2011 194 12 0 546 0 0 0 0 752
2012 55 8 0 714 0 0 3 0 780
2013 64 5 0 772 0 0 3 0 844
2014 85 7 3 749 1 0 2 0 847
2015 55 6 4 808 0 1 4 0 878
2016 37 3 4 755 0 0 1 0 800
2017 32 9 6 723 0 0 3 0 773
2018 29 6 3 734 0 0 5 0 777
2019 25 5 3 719 0 0 3 0 755
2020 25 0 4 713 0 0 5 0 747
2021 11 1 6 533 1 0 6 0 558
2022 14 0 12 484 0 0 5 0 515
2023 9 0 14 472 0 0 5 0 500
2024 12 0 14 465 0 0 4 0 495

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

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Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Virgie Robinson Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2006 622 0.0 n/a 87.9
2007 569 30.0 19.0 86.6
2008 636 31.5 20.2 87.4
2009 674 31.5 21.4 94
2010 706 32.4 21.7 95.9
2011 752 34.0 22.0 95.7
2012 780 35.4 21.9 95.4
2013 844 41.3 20.4 80.1
2014 847 n/a n/a 96.9
2015 878 52.0 16.8 94.8
2016 800 44.0 18.1 97.8
2017 773 45.1 17.1 94
2018 777 50.6 15.3 93.3
2019 755 50.0 15.0 93.6
2020 747 48.8 15.2 94
2021 558 33.6 16.6 82.1
2022 515 33.4 15.4 93.6
2023 500 26.8 18.6 94.6
2024 495 31.3 15.7 95.6

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Virgie Robinson Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2006 622 0.0 n/a 87.9
2007 569 30.0 19.0 86.6
2008 636 31.5 20.2 87.4
2009 674 31.5 21.4 94
2010 706 32.4 21.7 95.9
2011 752 34.0 22.0 95.7
2012 780 35.4 21.9 95.4
2013 844 41.3 20.4 80.1
2014 847 n/a n/a 96.9
2015 878 52.0 16.8 94.8
2016 800 44.0 18.1 97.8
2017 773 45.1 17.1 94
2018 777 50.6 15.3 93.3
2019 755 50.0 15.0 93.6
2020 747 48.8 15.2 94
2021 558 33.6 16.6 82.1
2022 515 33.4 15.4 93.6
2023 500 26.8 18.6 94.6
2024 495 31.3 15.7 95.6

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Kindergarten Immunization Rates

Virgie Robinson Elementary

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YearCompletely ImmunizedReligious ExemptionMedical ExemptionConditionalPersonal ExemptionPolioDiphtheriaHepatitis BVaricellaMMRPertussisMeaslesMumpsRubellaTetanus
201698.1%0.0%0.0%1.9%98.1%98.1%98.1%98.1%98.1%98.1%
2017100.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%
201899.1%0.0%0.0%0.9%0.0%99.1%99.1%99.1%99.1%99.1%99.1%
201999.0%0.0%0.0%1.0%0.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%99.0%100.0%100.0%
202097.1%0.0%0.0%2.9%0.0%100.0%100.0%99.1%97.1%100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%
202196.2%0.0%0.0%1.3%0.0%96.2%96.2%98.7%97.4%96.2%97.4%97.4%97.4%96.2%
202298.8%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%98.8%100.0%98.8%98.8%98.8%100.0%
202397.4%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%97.4%97.4%97.4%97.4%97.4%97.4%97.4%97.4%97.4%
202499.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%99.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%

Data source: Washington State Department of Health

6th Grade Immunization Rates

Virgie Robinson Elementary

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YearCompletely ImmunizedReligious ExemptionMedical ExemptionConditionalPersonal ExemptionPolioDiphtheriaHepatitis BVaricellaMMRPertussis
201998.2%0.0%0.0%0.0%1.8%98.2%98.2%99.1%98.2%98.2%98.2%

Data source: Washington State Department of Health

Immunization Rates (Entire school)

Virgie Robinson Elementary

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YearCompletely ImmunizedReligious ExemptionMedical ExemptionPersonal ExemptionPolioDiphtheriaHepatitis BVaricellaMMRPertussis
201999.3%0.0%0.0%0.4%99.6%99.6%99.7%99.6%99.6%99.6%

Data source: Washington State Department of Health
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Virgie Robinson Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $848 (6.0%) $13,302 (94.0%) $14,150
2020 $780 (7.6%) $9,544 (92.4%) $10,324
2021 $762 (4.7%) $15,506 (95.3%) $16,268
2022 $2,019 (11.2%) $16,056 (88.8%) $18,076

Data source: Washington Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Virgie Robinson Elementary

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 1078th of 1130 Elementary schoolsRanks 1155th of 1169 Elementary schools
 3.4%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Virgie Robinson Elementary)32.115.4
 16.7%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Pasco School District)32.226.5
 5.7%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Washington)56.348.9
 7.4%
3rd Grade Math (Virgie Robinson Elementary)32.120
 12.1%
   3rd Grade Math (Pasco School District)37.830.6
 7.2%
   3rd Grade Math (Washington)5951.6
 7.4%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Virgie Robinson Elementary)26.713.5
 13.2%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Pasco School District)34.230
 4.2%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Washington)57.750.1
 7.6%
4th Grade Math (Virgie Robinson Elementary)30.58.1
 22.4%
   4th Grade Math (Pasco School District)31.226.8
 4.4%
   4th Grade Math (Washington)54.949.4
 5.5%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Virgie Robinson Elementary)3318.8
 14.2%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Pasco School District)41.135
 6.1%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Washington)61.353.8
 7.6%
5th Grade Math (Virgie Robinson Elementary)29.612.1
 17.5%
   5th Grade Math (Pasco School District)29.520.2
 9.3%
   5th Grade Math (Washington)49.142
 7.1%
5th Grade Science (Virgie Robinson Elementary)15.817.7
 1.9%
   5th Grade Science (Pasco School District)31.529.9
 1.6%
   5th Grade Science (Washington)54.152.3
 1.8%
All Grades English Language Arts (Virgie Robinson Elementary)30.316
 14.3%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Pasco School District)40.332.9
 7.4%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Washington)6152.9
 8.1%
All Grades Math (Virgie Robinson Elementary)28.913.8
 15.2%
   All Grades Math (Pasco School District)30.322.6
 7.7%
   All Grades Math (Washington)50.141
 9%
All Grades Science (Virgie Robinson Elementary)15.817.7
 1.9%
   All Grades Science (Pasco School District)32.830.5
 2.3%
   All Grades Science (Washington)52.748.8
 4%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students755500
 33.8%
African American50
 100%
American Indian00
Asian314
 366.7%
Hispanic719472
 34.4%
Pacific Islander00
White259
 64%
Two or More Races35
 66.7%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients93.6%94.6%
 1%


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Students who attend Virgie Robinson Elementary usually go on to attend:

Middle : Ellen Ochoa Middle School
High : Chiawana Senior High School

Virgie Robinson Elementary ranks in the bottom 5.1% of Washington elementary schools.

In the 2023-24 school year, 495 students attended Virgie Robinson Elementary.

Students at Virgie Robinson Elementary are 94% Hispanic, 3% Asian, 2% White.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau, the Washington State Department of Health and the Washington Office of Superindentent of Public Instruction.

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