Serving 401 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Key Elementary School 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 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Key Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Key Elementary School's student population of 401 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
401 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Key Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Key Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#4560 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
33%
53%
Black
43%
13%
White
14%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Key Elementary School's ranking?
Key Elementary School is ranked #4560 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Key Elementary School often compared to?
Key Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ditto Elementary School, Duff Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Key Elementary School?
401 students attend Key Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Key Elementary School students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Key Elementary School?
Key Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Key Elementary School offer ?
Key Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Key Elementary School part of?
Key Elementary School is part of Arlington Independent School District.
School Reviews
1 2/28/2020
Would not recommend. Communication is lackluster, they do not stick to their own protocols and rules.
5 10/6/2012
My family has gone to this elementary. I am in the process of looking for a school for my little one that has good academics and a good mixture of races. I have always liked this school because of the teachers and would recommend it to anyone. My little one, Triniti will be attending this school next year.
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