For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,857 students in 76006, TX (there are , serving 133 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 76006, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 76006, TX are Nichols J High School, Ellis Elementary School and Peach Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 76006 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 76006, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 76006, TX Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Nichols J High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2201 Ascension Blvd
Arlington, TX 76006
(682) 867-2600
Arlington, TX 76006
(682) 867-2600
Grades: 7-8
| 588 students
Rank: #22.
Ellis Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2601 Shadow Rdg Dr
Arlington, TX 76006
(682) 867-7900
Arlington, TX 76006
(682) 867-7900
Grades: PK-6
| 791 students
Rank: #33.
Peach Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2020 Baird Farm Rd
Arlington, TX 76006
(682) 867-6100
Arlington, TX 76006
(682) 867-6100
Grades: PK-6
| 955 students
Rank: #44.
Sherrod Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2626 Lincoln Dr
Arlington, TX 76006
(682) 867-3700
Arlington, TX 76006
(682) 867-3700
Grades: PK-6
| 523 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 76006, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 76006, TX include Nichols J High School, Ellis Elementary School and Peach Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 76006?
4 public schools are located in 76006.
What percentage of students in 76006 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 76006 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 76006?
76006 public schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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