Serving 131 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Newman International Academy Watauga ranks in the bottom 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 131 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newman International Academy Watauga ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Newman International Academy Watauga's student population of 131 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 61% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
131 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Newman International Academy Watauga ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newman International Academy Watauga is 0.68, 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
#5520 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
8%
6%
Hispanic
2%
53%
Black
30%
13%
White
46%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Newman International Academy Watauga's ranking?
Newman International Academy Watauga is ranked #5520 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Newman International Academy Watauga often compared to?
Newman International Academy Wataugais often viewed alongside schools like Great Hearts Arlington, Young Men's Leadership Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Newman International Academy Watauga?
131 students attend Newman International Academy Watauga.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Newman International Academy Watauga students are White, 30% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newman International Academy Watauga?
Newman International Academy Watauga has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Newman International Academy Watauga offer ?
Newman International Academy Watauga offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Newman International Academy Watauga part of?
Newman International Academy Watauga is part of Newman International Academy Of Arlington School District.
In what neighborhood is Newman International Academy Watauga located?
Newman International Academy Watauga is located in the West Arlington neighborhood of Arlington, TX. There are 16 other public schools located in West Arlington.
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