Serving 427 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Beckham Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beckham Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Beckham Elementary School's student population of 427 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
427 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Beckham Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beckham Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#3049 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%

Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1

American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
25%
6%

Hispanic
28%
53%

Black
32%
13%

White
10%
25%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
57%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beckham Elementary School's ranking?
Beckham Elementary School is ranked #3049 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Beckham Elementary School?
427 students attend Beckham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Beckham Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Asian, 10% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beckham Elementary School?
Beckham Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Beckham Elementary School offer ?
Beckham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Beckham Elementary School part of?
Beckham Elementary School is part of Arlington Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Beckham Elementary School located?
Beckham Elementary School is located in the Southeast Arlington neighborhood of Arlington, TX. There are 25 other public schools located in Southeast Arlington.
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