Serving 397 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Larson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower 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 88% 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-6
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Larson Elementary School's student population of 397 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
397 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Larson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Larson Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#7509 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
19%
53%
Black
64%
13%
White
12%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Larson Elementary School's ranking?
Larson Elementary School is ranked #7509 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Larson Elementary School often compared to?
Larson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ellis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Larson Elementary School?
397 students attend Larson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Larson Elementary School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Larson Elementary School?
Larson Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Larson Elementary School offer ?
Larson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Larson Elementary School part of?
Larson Elementary School is part of Arlington Independent School District.
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