Serving 406 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Short Elementary 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (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 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Short Elementary serves the southwest part of Arlington, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles, where most families can expect a short drive of about 5-10 minutes to the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 0.8 miles, with the furthest boundary located 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Short Elementary School's student population of 406 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
406 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
School Rankings
Short Elementary 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 Short Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#6554 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
43%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
32%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Mascot
Shorthorn
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Short Elementary School's ranking?
Short Elementary School is ranked #6554 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Short Elementary School?
406 students attend Short Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Short Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Short Elementary School?
Short Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Short Elementary School offer ?
Short Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Short Elementary School part of?
Short Elementary School is part of Arlington Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Short Elementary School located?
Short 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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