Serving 510 students in grades 7-8, Shackelford 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 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Shackelford Junior High serves the northern part of Arlington, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 9.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being 1.7 miles and the furthest point reaching 3.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shackelford J High School's student population of 510 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
510 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Shackelford 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 Shackelford J High School is 0.59, 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
#4515 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
59%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
16%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
19%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shackelford J High School's ranking?
Shackelford J High School is ranked #4515 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Shackelford J High School often compared to?
Shackelford J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lamar High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Shackelford J High School?
510 students attend Shackelford J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Shackelford J High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shackelford J High School?
Shackelford J High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shackelford J High School offer ?
Shackelford J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Shackelford J High School part of?
Shackelford J High School is part of Arlington Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Shackelford J High School located?
Shackelford J High School is located in the North Arlington neighborhood of Arlington, TX. There are 10 other public schools located in North Arlington.
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