For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,575 students in 76012, TX.
The top ranked public high schools in 76012, TX are Turning Point Secondary School and Lamar High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 76012 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 76012, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 76012 have a Graduation Rate of 79%, which is less than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lamar High School, with 79% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 76012, TX Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Turning Point Secondary School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2209 N Davis Dr
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-3000
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-3000
Grades: 7-12
| 96 students
Rank: #22.
Lamar High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1400 W Lamar Blvd
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-8300
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-8300
Grades: 9-12
| 2,479 students
76012, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Turning Point Alter J High School (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
2209 N Davis Dr
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-3050
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-3050
Grades: 7-8
| 24 students
1601 Wright St
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-6000
Arlington, TX 76012
(682) 867-6000
Grades: PK-6
| 463 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 76012, TX?
The top ranked public high schools in 76012, TX include Turning Point Secondary School and Lamar High School.
How many public high schools are located in 76012?
2 public high schools are located in 76012.
What is the racial composition of students in 76012?
76012 public high schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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