Serving 186 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten, Tarkington Early Childhood 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 186 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tarkington Early Childhood School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Tarkington Early Childhood School's student population of 186 students has declined by 67% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 67% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Total Students
186 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tarkington Early Childhood 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 Tarkington Early Childhood School is 0.39, 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
#2848 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
19%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
76%
25%
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
66%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Tarkington Early Childhood School's ranking?
Tarkington Early Childhood School is ranked #2848 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Tarkington Early Childhood School?
186 students attend Tarkington Early Childhood School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Tarkington Early Childhood School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tarkington Early Childhood School?
Tarkington Early Childhood School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tarkington Early Childhood School offer ?
Tarkington Early Childhood School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
What school district is Tarkington Early Childhood School part of?
Tarkington Early Childhood School is part of Tarkington Independent School District.
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