Serving 74 students in grades 7-12, Turning Point Secondary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 74 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50% in TX)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Turning Point Secondary School's student population of 74 students has grown by 85% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
74 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
School Rankings
The diversity score of Turning Point Secondary School is 0.61, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Hispanic
43%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
45%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
4%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(20-21) âš COVID-19 impacted78.4%
16.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. 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 schools are Turning Point Secondary School often compared to?
Turning Point Secondary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crow Leadership Academy, Ditto Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Turning Point Secondary School?
74 students attend Turning Point Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Turning Point Secondary School students are Black, 43% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Turning Point Secondary School?
Turning Point Secondary School has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Turning Point Secondary School offer ?
Turning Point Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Turning Point Secondary School part of?
Turning Point Secondary School is part of Arlington Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Turning Point Secondary School located?
Turning Point Secondary 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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