Serving 775 students in grades 7-8, James Coble Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 775 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James Coble Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
James Coble Middle School's student population of 775 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
775 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
James Coble Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James Coble Middle School is 0.70, 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
#2958 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
6%
Hispanic
24%
53%
Black
47%
13%
White
9%
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
58%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 James Coble Middle School's ranking?
James Coble Middle School is ranked #2958 out of 8,188 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?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend James Coble Middle School?
775 students attend James Coble Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of James Coble Middle School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 9% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James Coble Middle School?
James Coble Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does James Coble Middle School offer ?
James Coble Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is James Coble Middle School part of?
James Coble Middle School is part of Mansfield Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is James Coble Middle School located?
James Coble Middle School is located in the Southeast Arlington neighborhood of Arlington, TX. There are 25 other public schools located in Southeast Arlington.
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