Robinson Elementary School

Robinson SCHOOL HISTORY

Robinson Elementary School was built in 1929 as a three-story brick building and officially welcomed children in the fall of 1930, the same year as Keysor Elementary. The schools were both designed by school architect William B. Ittner and are similar in their traditional style. The school was formally named the George R. Robinson Elementary School to honor a prominent community member. Mr. Robinson, a co-founder of the Ralston Danforth Commission Co., is remembered for his philanthropic contributions and for establishing youth organizations in the Kirkwood community. Robinson School has expanded through building additions in 1937, 1949, 1953 and 1987. Renovations resulting from a district bond issue in 1993 include technology infrastructure, air conditioning and interior upgrades.

In 2005, the community approved Proposition I, a two-part bond initiative that provided funds for improvements and infrastructure repairs throughout the district as well as funds to complete the district’s master facilities plan. Prop I improvements at Robinson include new domestic/fire main, new fire alarm system, new light fixtures in gym, painting of Outdoor Learning Center, and restroom plumbing upgrades.

Robinson School has ranked as a top 10 school, by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education for student achievement in communication arts. Robinson is one of three schools in St. Louis County recognized by Character Plus for its outstanding character education programs. The African American Achievement Award was presented to Robinson for its 2002 student achievement scores ranking substantially above those in the region. Among its many honors, Robinson was selected as the “Do the Right Thing” school in Missouri, for its “Cuddle Covers” service learning project. High academic standards and strong character education are the hallmarks of Robinson School.