Arlington High School, located in Arlington, Texas, United States, is a secondary school serving grades 9-12. It is one of the six high schools comprising the Arlington Independent School District. AHS has approximately 2,700 students, and are residents of Arlington, Dalworthington Gardens, and Pantego.
Serving 2,580 students in grades 9-12, Arlington High 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 25% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,580 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Arlington High School serves the west part of Arlington, TX, covering an area of approximately 14.3 square miles. Families within this attendance zone can typically reach the school in about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being 4.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arlington High School's student population of 2,580 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 159 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,580 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
159 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1904
School Calendar
School Motto
'First Here; Best Here.'
School Rankings
Arlington High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arlington High School is 0.66, 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
#7005 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
50%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
19%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
24%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
84%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Kelly Green and White
School Mascot
Colts
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arlington High School's ranking?
Arlington High School is ranked #7005 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Arlington High School often compared to?
Arlington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Martin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arlington High School?
The graduation rate of Arlington High School is 84%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Arlington High School?
2,580 students attend Arlington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Arlington High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arlington High School?
Arlington High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Arlington High School offer ?
Arlington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Arlington High School part of?
Arlington High School is part of Arlington Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Arlington High School located?
Arlington High School is located in the West Arlington neighborhood of Arlington, TX. There are 16 other public schools located in West Arlington.
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