Serving 428 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Janet Brockett 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Janet Brockett Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Janet Brockett Elementary School's student population of 428 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
428 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Janet Brockett 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 Janet Brockett Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#2511 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
23%
53%
Black
44%
13%
White
17%
26%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Janet Brockett Elementary School's ranking?
Janet Brockett Elementary School is ranked #2511 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Janet Brockett Elementary School?
428 students attend Janet Brockett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Janet Brockett Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Janet Brockett Elementary School?
Janet Brockett Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Janet Brockett Elementary School offer ?
Janet Brockett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Janet Brockett Elementary School part of?
Janet Brockett Elementary School is part of Mansfield Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Janet Brockett Elementary School located?
Janet Brockett 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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