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#3281 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 38% in state

Della Icenhower Int

Middle School · MANSFIELD ISD

8100 WEBB FERRELL RD, Arlington, TX 76002

Enrollment

705

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

7.0

Grades

5th – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#3,281 of 8,552

In Arlington

#25 of 100

public schools

In district

#26 of 47

MANSFIELD ISD

Equity

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Della Icenhower Int

7.0/10

Middle School in Arlington · grades 5th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Della Icenhower Int

Della Icenhower Int is a public middle school in Arlington, TX, part of MANSFIELD ISD. Della Icenhower Int serves approximately 705 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Della Icenhower Int has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,281 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Della Icenhower Int show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.3
  • TX avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.34 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency63% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+0.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.7 pts
Overall Proficiency54% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+7.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment5.6Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,678
Chronic Absenteeism19.7%

Della Icenhower Int — Students at Della Icenhower Int score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

66.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 68.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 67.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
81%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
80%
2013
Math
84%
ELA
84%
2014
Math
78%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
86%
ELA
80%
2016
Math
87%
ELA
81%
2017
Math
59%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
63%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
63%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
43%
ELA
39%
2021*
Math
43%
ELA
39%
2022
Math
44%
ELA
43%
2024
Math
44%
ELA
63%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.1/10.

How Della Icenhower Int Compares

See how Della Icenhower Int performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
62th percentile in TX
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
5.6/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
67%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
49 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

8100 WEBB FERRELL RD, Arlington, TX 76002

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Della Icenhower Int may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. DANNY JONES MIDDLE (rated 8.3/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Mansfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUSLEY J H (rated 7.5/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, JAMES COBLE MIDDLE (rated 7.1/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Arlington, see our Arlington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
DR SARAH JANDRUCKO ACADEMY FOR EARLY LEARNERS Mansfield 0.1 mi 4.1
JAMES COBLE MIDDLE Arlington 0.5 mi 7.1
ILTEXAS ARLINGTON-GRAND PRAIRIE H S Grand Prairie 0.7 mi 6.7
MANSFIELD TIMBERVIEW H S Arlington 0.9 mi 7.6
TCCSE EARLY COLLEGE H S AT TIMBERVIEW Arlington 0.9 mi 6.2
JANET BROCKETT EL Arlington 0.8 mi 5.9
MARTHA REID ACADEMY Arlington 1.0 mi 6.9
THELMA JONES EL Arlington 1.1 mi 7.0
IMOGENE GIDEON EL Arlington 1.2 mi 6.5
UME MANSFIELD EL Mansfield 1.3 mi 4.0
LOUISE CABANISS ACADEMY Grand Prairie 1.6 mi 7.6
PEARCY STEM ACADEMY Arlington 1.6 mi 8.0
SEGUIN H S Arlington 1.7 mi 7.2
BECKHAM EL Arlington 2.0 mi 7.5
NEWMAN INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY OF MANSFIELD Arlington 2.1 mi 8.7
ASHWORTH EL Arlington 2.1 mi 6.2
OUSLEY J H Arlington 2.2 mi 7.5
MANARA STEM ACADEMY - ARLINGTON Irving 2.4 mi 5.2
ARLINGTON COLLEGIATE H S Arlington 2.4 mi 8.1
DANNY JONES MIDDLE Mansfield 2.3 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 76002 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$103,909

Median Home Value

$307,100

Median Rent

$2,154/mo

Population

32,990

College Educated

39.9%

Homeownership

83.5%

Avg Commute

32 min

Poverty Rate

8.7%

Median Age

32.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Della Icenhower Int

What grades does Della Icenhower Int serve?

Della Icenhower Int serves students in grades 5th through 6th.

How many students attend Della Icenhower Int?

Della Icenhower Int has an enrollment of approximately 705 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Della Icenhower Int?

The student-teacher ratio at Della Icenhower Int is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Della Icenhower Int rank in TX?

Della Icenhower Int ranks #3,281 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Della Icenhower Int's MySchoolScout rating?

Della Icenhower Int has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Della Icenhower Int?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Della Icenhower Int has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Della Icenhower Int a charter school?

No, Della Icenhower Int is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Della Icenhower Int a Title I school?

No, Della Icenhower Int is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Della Icenhower Int?

66.7% of students at Della Icenhower Int qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
705
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
49
Free/Reduced Lunch
66.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Tarrant County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.7%

District

MANSFIELD ISD
District Enrollment
35,851
Schools in District
48
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,678
District Rank
#26 of 47

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