Serving 392 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Beckham Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (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 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Beckham Elementary serves the southern part of Arlington, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Beckham Elementary School's student population of 392 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
392 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Beckham Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beckham Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#2240 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
26%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
30%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
29%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beckham Elementary School's ranking?
Beckham Elementary School is ranked #2240 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Beckham Elementary School?
392 students attend Beckham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Beckham Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 26% of students are Asian, 9% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beckham Elementary School?
Beckham Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Beckham Elementary School offer ?
Beckham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Beckham Elementary School part of?
Beckham Elementary School is part of Arlington Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Beckham Elementary School located?
Beckham Elementary School is located in the Southeast Arlington neighborhood of Arlington, TX. There are 25 other public schools located in Southeast Arlington.
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