Serving 106 students in grades 7-12, Turning Point Secondary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 106 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Turning Point Secondary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Turning Point Secondary School's student population of 106 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
106 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Turning Point Secondary 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 Turning Point Secondary School is 0.58, 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
#3126 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
37%
53%
Black
53%
13%
White
6%
26%
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
73%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Turning Point Secondary School's ranking?
Turning Point Secondary School is ranked #3126 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Turning Point Secondary School often compared to?
Turning Point Secondary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crow Leadership Academy, Ditto Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Turning Point Secondary School?
106 students attend Turning Point Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Turning Point Secondary School students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Turning Point Secondary School?
Turning Point Secondary School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Turning Point Secondary School offer ?
Turning Point Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Turning Point Secondary School part of?
Turning Point Secondary School is part of Arlington Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Turning Point Secondary School located?
Turning Point Secondary School is located in the North Arlington neighborhood of Arlington, TX. There are 10 other public schools located in North Arlington.
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