Summary:
This analysis examines three middle schools in the 76017 zip code of Arlington, Texas, serving grades 6-8 (with Boles J H serving only grades 7-8), representing a mix of traditional public and charter schools.
Arlington Classics Academy - Middle is the standout school in the area, consistently ranking in the top 12% of Texas middle schools (88th percentile) and earning a 4-star district rating from Arlington Classics Academy. It achieves the highest proficiency rates in Reading (80.38% for 8th grade) and Social Studies (67.09%), far exceeding state averages. In contrast, Iltexas Arlington Middle, part of the International Leadership Of Texas (Iltexas) network, faces significant challenges with a 21st percentile state rank and a 0% proficiency rate in 7th-grade Mathematics, though it shows a bright spot with 92.86% proficiency in English I Reading. Boles J H, under Arlington Independent School District (Isd), sits in the middle with a 63rd percentile rank and mixed general education scores, but excels in advanced coursework—87.65% proficiency in Algebra I and 100% in Biology.
Key metrics reveal that spending does not directly correlate with performance: Boles J H has the highest spending per student ($10,528) and lowest student-teacher ratio (11.4:1), yet Arlington Classics Academy - Middle achieves better overall results with lower spending ($8,253) and a higher ratio (15.7:1). The data also shows a strong link between socioeconomic factors and performance, with Arlington Classics Academy - Middle having the lowest free/reduced lunch rate (26.13%) and highest scores, while Iltexas Arlington Middle has the highest rate (85.68%) and lowest scores. For parents, this means Arlington Classics Academy - Middle offers the strongest overall academics, Boles J H provides exceptional advanced coursework opportunities, and Iltexas Arlington Middle serves a high-need population with some targeted strengths.
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