James W. Martin High School is a secondary school for grades 9 to 12 in Arlington, Texas, United States. It is part of the Arlington Independent School District. The school's colors are red, black and silver.
Serving 3,535 students in grades 9-12, Martin High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,535 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Martin High School serves the southwest part of Arlington, TX, covering an area of approximately 14.7 square miles, where most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, averaging about 2.1 miles from the school to the zone's edge, and the furthest point is about 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Martin High School's student population of 3,535 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 196 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,535 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
196 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1982
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing Students for a Lifetime of Success
School Rankings
Martin High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martin High School is 0.73, 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
#2850 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
28%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
94%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
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
Black, Red, Silver
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martin High School's ranking?
Martin High School is ranked #2850 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Martin High School often compared to?
Martin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arlington High School, Mansfield Summit High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Martin High School?
The graduation rate of Martin High School is 94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Martin High School?
3,535 students attend Martin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Martin High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Martin High School?
Martin High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Martin High School offer ?
Martin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Martin High School part of?
Martin High School is part of Arlington Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Martin High School located?
Martin 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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