Serving 532 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Pearcy Stem Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 532 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pearcy Stem Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Pearcy Stem Academy's student population of 532 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
532 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pearcy Stem Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pearcy Stem Academy is 0.71, 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
#1541 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
6%
Hispanic
22%
53%
Black
46%
13%
White
16%
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
63%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pearcy Stem Academy's ranking?
Pearcy Stem Academy is ranked #1541 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Pearcy Stem Academy often compared to?
Pearcy Stem Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Ashworth Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Pearcy Stem Academy?
532 students attend Pearcy Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Pearcy Stem Academy students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pearcy Stem Academy?
Pearcy Stem Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pearcy Stem Academy offer ?
Pearcy Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Pearcy Stem Academy part of?
Pearcy Stem Academy is part of Arlington Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Pearcy Stem Academy located?
Pearcy Stem Academy is located in the Southeast Arlington neighborhood of Arlington, TX. There are 25 other public schools located in Southeast Arlington.
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