Serving 735 students in grades 7-8, Carter 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 22% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 735 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carter J High School's student population of 735 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
735 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Motto
Our Best and Nothing Less!
School Rankings
Carter 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 Carter J High School is 0.27, 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
#7283 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
85%
54%
Black
10%
13%
White
2%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carter J High School's ranking?
Carter J High School is ranked #7283 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Carter J High School often compared to?
Carter J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Timberview Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Carter J High School?
735 students attend Carter J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Carter J High School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carter J High School?
Carter J High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carter J High School offer ?
Carter J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Carter J High School part of?
Carter J High School is part of Arlington Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Carter J High School located?
Carter J High School is located in the Central Arlington neighborhood of Arlington, TX. There are 8 other public schools located in Central Arlington.
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