For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,391 students in 76017, TX.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 76017, TX are Arlington Classics Academy - Middle School, Boles J High School and Iltexas Arlington Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 76017 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 76017, TX have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 76017, TX Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Arlington Classics Academy - Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5200 S Bowen Rd
Arlington, TX 76017
(817) 987-1819
Arlington, TX 76017
(817) 987-1819
Gr: 6-8 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
Boles J High School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3900 Sw Green Oaks Blvd
Arlington, TX 76017
(682) 867-8000
Arlington, TX 76017
(682) 867-8000
Gr: 7-8 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #33.
Iltexas Arlington Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4950 S Bowen Rd
Arlington, TX 76017
(817) 496-0400
Arlington, TX 76017
(817) 496-0400
Gr: 6-8 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 76017, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 76017, TX include Arlington Classics Academy - Middle School, Boles J High School and Iltexas Arlington Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 76017?
3 public middle schools are located in 76017.
What is the racial composition of students in 76017?
76017 public middle schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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