Serving 740 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Little 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 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher 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 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 740 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Little EL serves the southwest part of Arlington, TX, covering an area of approximately 2 square miles. Most families in the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Little Elementary School's student population of 740 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
740 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1968
School Calendar
School Rankings
Little 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 Little Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#1930 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
26%
54%
Black
16%
13%
White
46%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rascals
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Little Elementary School's ranking?
Little Elementary School is ranked #1930 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Little Elementary School often compared to?
Little Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ditto Elementary School, Miller Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Little Elementary School?
740 students attend Little Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Little Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Little Elementary School?
Little Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Little Elementary School offer ?
Little Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Little Elementary School part of?
Little Elementary School is part of Arlington Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Little Elementary School located?
Little Elementary 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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