Serving 381 students in grades 9-12, Arlington College And Career High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arlington College And Career High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Arlington College And Career High School's student population of 381 students has grown by 70% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
381 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arlington College And Career High School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arlington College And Career High School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#97 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
70%
53%
Black
20%
13%
White
6%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arlington College And Career High School's ranking?
Arlington College And Career High School is ranked #97 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Arlington College And Career High School?
381 students attend Arlington College And Career High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Arlington College And Career High School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arlington College And Career High School?
Arlington College And Career High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Arlington College And Career High School offer ?
Arlington College And Career High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Arlington College And Career High School part of?
Arlington College And Career High School is part of Arlington Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Arlington College And Career High School located?
Arlington College And Career High School is located in the West Arlington neighborhood of Arlington, TX. There are 16 other public schools located in West Arlington.
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