For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,416 students in 76012, TX (there are 1 private school, serving 31 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 76012, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 76012, TX are Butler Elementary School, Wimbish World Language Academy and Turning Point Secondary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 76012 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 76012, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 76012, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Butler Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2121 Margaret Dr
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-1010
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-1010
Gr: PK-6 | 610 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Wimbish World Language Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1601 Wright St
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-6000
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-6000
Gr: PK-6 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #33.
Turning Point Secondary School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2209 N Davis Dr
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-3000
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-3000
Gr: 7-12 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
Shackelford J High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2000 N Fielder Rd
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-3600
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-3600
Gr: 7-8 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #55.
Pope Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
901 Chestnut Dr
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-2750
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-2750
Gr: PK-6 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #66.
Lamar High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1400 W Lamar Blvd
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-8300
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-8300
Gr: 9-12 | 2,457 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #77.
Speer Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
811 Fuller St
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-4000
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-4000
Gr: PK-6 | 682 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
423 N Center St
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-7152
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-7152
Gr: PK | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 76012, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 76012, TX include Butler Elementary School, Wimbish World Language Academy and Turning Point Secondary School.
How many public schools are located in 76012?
8 public schools are located in 76012.
What percentage of students in 76012 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 76012 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 76012?
76012 public schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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