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 31% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), 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
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Butler Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2121 Margaret Dr
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-1010
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-1010
Grades: PK-6
| 598 students
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
Grades: PK-6
| 373 students
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
Grades: 7-12
| 96 students
Rank: #44.
Shackelford J High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2000 N Fielder Rd
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-3600
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-3600
Grades: 7-8
| 558 students
Rank: #55.
Pope Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
901 Chestnut Dr
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-2750
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-2750
Grades: PK-6
| 489 students
Rank: #66.
Lamar High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1400 W Lamar Blvd
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-8300
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-8300
Grades: 9-12
| 2,479 students
Rank: #77.
Speer Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
811 Fuller St
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-4000
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-4000
Grades: PK-6
| 660 students
Rank: n/an/a
423 N Center St
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-7317
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-7317
Grades: PK
| 55 students
Rank: n/an/a
423 N Center St
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-7152
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-7152
Grades: PK
| 217 students
76012, Texas ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: 7-8
| 24 students
1601 Wright St
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-6000
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-6000
Grades: PK-6
| 463 students
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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