Summary:
The 28771 zip code area in North Carolina is home to three public schools: Robbinsville Elementary, Robbinsville High, and Robbinsville Middle, all of which are part of the Graham County Schools district. Unfortunately, the data paints a concerning picture, as all three schools are performing well below the state average on key metrics such as test scores and statewide rankings.
Across the board, the schools in this zip code area struggle with low proficiency rates, particularly in math. For example, only 7.3% of 8th graders at Robbinsville Middle scored proficient or better on state math assessments in the 2024-2025 school year. Similarly, Robbinsville Elementary and Robbinsville High have consistently low test scores, often 20-30 percentage points below the state average. This poor academic performance is reflected in the schools' low statewide rankings, with Robbinsville Elementary and Robbinsville Middle ranked in the bottom quartile of their respective school types.
Despite the high-poverty student population, as evidenced by the extremely high free/reduced lunch rates of over 98% at all three schools, the district is spending more per student than the state average. Additionally, the schools have relatively small class sizes, with student-teacher ratios ranging from 10.7 to 13.5. However, these factors do not appear to be translating into better academic outcomes for the students. Addressing the underlying issues will likely require a comprehensive, multi-faceted approach that goes beyond simply increasing funding or reducing class sizes.
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