Serving 417 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jones Fine Arts / Dual Language Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jones Fine Arts / Dual Language Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Jones Fine Arts / Dual Language Academy's student population of 417 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
417 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jones Fine Arts / Dual Language Academy 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 Jones Fine Arts / Dual Language Academy is 0.62, 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
#3587 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
54%
53%
Black
16%
13%
White
26%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jones Fine Arts / Dual Language Academy's ranking?
Jones Fine Arts / Dual Language Academy is ranked #3587 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Jones Fine Arts / Dual Language Academy often compared to?
Jones Fine Arts / Dual Language Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Arlington Classics Academy - Arkansas Campus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Jones Fine Arts / Dual Language Academy?
417 students attend Jones Fine Arts / Dual Language Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Jones Fine Arts / Dual Language Academy students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jones Fine Arts / Dual Language Academy?
Jones Fine Arts / Dual Language Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jones Fine Arts / Dual Language Academy offer ?
Jones Fine Arts / Dual Language Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Jones Fine Arts / Dual Language Academy part of?
Jones Fine Arts / Dual Language Academy is part of Arlington Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Jones Fine Arts / Dual Language Academy located?
Jones Fine Arts / Dual Language Academy is located in the North Arlington neighborhood of Arlington, TX. There are 10 other public schools located in North Arlington.
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