For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,940 students in the neighborhood of Central Arlington, Arlington, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in Central Arlington are Newman International Academy Of Arlington Gibbins, Wimbish World Language Academy and Swift Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of Central Arlington, Arlington, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 51% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of Central Arlington, Arlington, TX (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Newman International Academy Of Arlington Gibbins
Charter School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1111 Gibbins Rd
Arlington, TX 76003
(682) 207-5265
Arlington, TX 76003
(682) 207-5265
Gr: 7-12 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
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 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #33.
Swift Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1101 S Fielder Rd
Arlington, TX 76013
(682) 867-4100
Arlington, TX 76013
(682) 867-4100
Gr: PK-6 | 517 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #44.
Jean Massieu Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
823 N Center St
Arlington, TX 76011
(817) 460-0396
Arlington, TX 76011
(817) 460-0396
Gr: PK-12 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
Webb Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1200 N Cooper St
Arlington, TX 76011
(682) 867-4300
Arlington, TX 76011
(682) 867-4300
Gr: PK-6 | 608 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
Carter J High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
701 Tharp St
Arlington, TX 76010
(682) 867-1700
Arlington, TX 76010
(682) 867-1700
Gr: 7-8 | 735 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
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 | 682 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
423 N Center St
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-7152
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-7152
Gr: PK | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Central Arlington, Arlington, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Central Arlington, Arlington, TX include Newman International Academy Of Arlington Gibbins, Wimbish World Language Academy and Swift Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of Central Arlington, Arlington?
9 public schools are located in the neighborhood of Central Arlington, Arlington.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of Central Arlington, Arlington?
the neighborhood of Central Arlington, Arlington public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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