Serving 374 students in grades 5-6, James A Arthur Int ranks in the top 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 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
James A Arthur Int's student population of 374 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
374 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
James A Arthur Int ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James A Arthur Int is 0.72, 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
#3710 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
27%
53%
Black
30%
13%
White
35%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James A Arthur Int's ranking?
James A Arthur Int is ranked #3710 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are James A Arthur Int often compared to?
James A Arthur Intis often viewed alongside schools like Cross Timbers Intermediate School, Asa E Low Jr Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend James A Arthur Int?
374 students attend James A Arthur Int.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of James A Arthur Int students are White, 30% of students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James A Arthur Int?
James A Arthur Int has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does James A Arthur Int offer ?
James A Arthur Int offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is James A Arthur Int part of?
James A Arthur Int is part of Kennedale ISD School District.
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