For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,525 students in 76012, TX (there are , 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.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» 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 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 76012, TX ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (2025)
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 | 598 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
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 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
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 | 96 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 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 | 558 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 | 489 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
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 | 2,479 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
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 | 660 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
423 N Center St
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-7317
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-7317
Gr: PK | 55 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: n/an/a
423 N Center St
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-7152
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-7152
Gr: PK | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
76012, Texas ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Turning Point Alter J High School (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
2209 N Davis Dr
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-3050
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-3050
Gr: 7-8 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
1601 Wright St
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-6000
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-6000
Gr: PK-6 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
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?
9 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 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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