Arp High School is a public high school located in Arp, Texas, United States, and classified as a 3A school by the University Interscholastic League. It is part of the Arp Independent School District located in far southeastern Smith County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 245 students in grades 6-8, Arp J 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 49% (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 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: ARP J H's attendance zone covers the entire Arp, TX school district, encompassing approximately 84.2 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive to the school of 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 9.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arp J High School's student population of 245 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
245 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Colors
White, Maroon
School Rankings
Arp J 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 Arp J High School is 0.53, 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
#5700 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
14%
54%
Black
13%
13%
White
66%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arp J High School's ranking?
Arp J High School is ranked #5700 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
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 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Arp J High School?
245 students attend Arp J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Arp J High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arp J High School?
Arp J High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Arp J High School offer ?
Arp J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Arp J High School part of?
Arp J High School is part of Arp Independent School District.
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