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 top 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%
- Math Proficiency: 38%
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50% in TX)
- 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
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Success for Every Student
School Rankings
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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)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 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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