Serving 574 students in grades 7-8, T A Howard Middle 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 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
T A Howard Middle School's student population of 574 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
574 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The Howard Way! Level Up!
School Rankings
T A Howard Middle 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 T A Howard Middle School is 0.68, 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
#4844 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
6%
Hispanic
28%
54%
Black
47%
13%
White
12%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Knights
Frequently Asked Questions
What is T A Howard Middle School's ranking?
T A Howard Middle School is ranked #4844 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are T A Howard Middle School often compared to?
T A Howard Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ousley J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend T A Howard Middle School?
574 students attend T A Howard Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of T A Howard Middle School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of T A Howard Middle School?
T A Howard Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does T A Howard Middle School offer ?
T A Howard Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is T A Howard Middle School part of?
T A Howard Middle School is part of Mansfield Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is T A Howard Middle School located?
T A Howard Middle School is located in the Southwest Arlington neighborhood of Arlington, TX. There are 12 other public schools located in Southwest Arlington.
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