Very Good
#3112 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 36% in state
James Coble Middle
Middle School · MANSFIELD ISD
1200 BALLWEG RD, Arlington, TX 76002
Enrollment
775
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
7.1
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
775
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
7.1
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,112 of 8,552
In Arlington
#23 of 100
public schools
In district
#23 of 47
MANSFIELD ISD
Academic performance
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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James Coble Middle
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About James Coble Middle
James Coble Middle is a public middle school in Arlington, TX, part of MANSFIELD ISD. James Coble Middle serves approximately 775 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. James Coble Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,112 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for James Coble Middle show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- TX avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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James Coble Middle — Students at James Coble Middle score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.4/10.
How James Coble Middle Compares
See how James Coble Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1200 BALLWEG RD, Arlington, TX 76002
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering James Coble Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. OUSLEY J H (rated 7.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, DELLA ICENHOWER INT (rated 7.0/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Arlington, see our Arlington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DR SARAH JANDRUCKO ACADEMY FOR EARLY LEARNERS Mansfield | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| DELLA ICENHOWER INT Arlington | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| JANET BROCKETT EL Arlington | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| IMOGENE GIDEON EL Arlington | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| MANSFIELD TIMBERVIEW H S Arlington | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| TCCSE EARLY COLLEGE H S AT TIMBERVIEW Arlington | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| ILTEXAS ARLINGTON-GRAND PRAIRIE H S Grand Prairie | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| MARTHA REID ACADEMY Arlington | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| PEARCY STEM ACADEMY Arlington | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| SEGUIN H S Arlington | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| THELMA JONES EL Arlington | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| UME MANSFIELD EL Mansfield | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| ASHWORTH EL Arlington | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| OUSLEY J H Arlington | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| BECKHAM EL Arlington | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| LOUISE CABANISS ACADEMY Grand Prairie | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| NEWMAN INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY MANSFIELD EAST Arlington | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| MANARA STEM ACADEMY - ARLINGTON Irving | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| ARLINGTON COLLEGIATE H S Arlington | 2.3 mi | 8.1 |
| D P MORRIS EL Arlington | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
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 James Coble Middle
What grades does James Coble Middle serve?
James Coble Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend James Coble Middle?
James Coble Middle has an enrollment of approximately 775 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at James Coble Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at James Coble Middle is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does James Coble Middle rank in TX?
James Coble Middle ranks #3,112 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is James Coble Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
James Coble Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 James Coble Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, James Coble Middle has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is James Coble Middle a charter school?
No, James Coble Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is James Coble Middle a Title I school?
No, James Coble Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for James Coble Middle?
68.4% of students at James Coble Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 775
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Tarrant County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.9%
- Phone
- (682) 314-4900
Resources & Links
District
MANSFIELD ISD- District Enrollment
- 35,851
- Schools in District
- 48
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,678
- District Rank
- #23 of 47
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