Serving 779 students in grades 1-5, Tarkington Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 779 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tarkington Elementary School's student population of 779 students has grown by 181% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 172% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
779 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Longhorns
School Rankings
Tarkington Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tarkington Elementary School is 0.35, which is less 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
#2770 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
16%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
79%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Longhorns
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tarkington Elementary School's ranking?
Tarkington Elementary School is ranked #2770 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Tarkington Elementary School?
779 students attend Tarkington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Tarkington Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tarkington Elementary School?
Tarkington Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tarkington Elementary School offer ?
Tarkington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Tarkington Elementary School part of?
Tarkington Elementary School is part of Tarkington Independent School District.
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