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#5457 of 8,547 schools in TX
James Coble Middle
Middle School · MANSFIELD ISD
1200 BALLWEG RD, Arlington, TX 76002
Enrollment
775
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
5.7
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
775
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
5.7
Grades
7th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Arlington
#41 of 100
public schools
Texas middle schools
#1,131 of 1,693
In district
#37 of 47
MANSFIELD ISD
Academic performance
8.0 / 10
Very strong
About James Coble Middle
James Coble Middle serves grades 7 and 8 in Arlington, Texas, with an enrollment of 775 students. The school operates with a student-teacher ratio of 14.6:1, supported by 53 full-time equivalent teachers who work with the student body across both middle school years. Academically, James Coble has a MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks in the 58th percentile among Texas schools.
The school's academic score is 6.9 out of 10. In English language arts and reading, 54% of students performed at proficient levels or above, while in mathematics, 48% of students achieved proficiency or higher. These scores suggest the school is working with students at various academic levels and has room for academic growth across core subjects.
Located in Arlington, a large city in Tarrant County, James Coble Middle is positioned at 1200 Ballweg Rd and serves as a regular public school within the district. The school's size and staffing structure provide a middle ground between smaller, more personalized settings and larger institutions, offering families in the Arlington area a neighborhood middle school option for their seventh and eighth graders.
Score Breakdown
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James Coble Middle — Students at James Coble Middle score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 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: 4.1/10.
How James Coble Middle Compares
See how James Coble Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 61% (2019) to 34% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 58% (2019) to 51% (2021).
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 6.7/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, DELLA ICENHOWER INT (rated 5.8/10, 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 | 5.9 |
| DELLA ICENHOWER INT Arlington | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| JANET BROCKETT EL Arlington | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| IMOGENE GIDEON EL Arlington | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| MANSFIELD TIMBERVIEW H S Arlington | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| TCCSE EARLY COLLEGE H S AT TIMBERVIEW Arlington | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| ILTEXAS ARLINGTON-GRAND PRAIRIE H S Grand Prairie | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| MARTHA REID ACADEMY Arlington | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| PEARCY STEM ACADEMY Arlington | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| SEGUIN H S Arlington | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| THELMA JONES EL Arlington | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| UME MANSFIELD EL Mansfield | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| ASHWORTH EL Arlington | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| OUSLEY J H Arlington | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| BECKHAM EL Arlington | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| LOUISE CABANISS ACADEMY Grand Prairie | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| NEWMAN INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY MANSFIELD EAST Arlington | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| MANARA STEM ACADEMY - ARLINGTON Irving | 2.1 mi | 4.0 |
| ARLINGTON COLLEGIATE H S Arlington | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| D P MORRIS EL Arlington | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding James Coble Middle has a median household income of $103,909. It is a well-educated community where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $307,100, with a median rent of $2,154/month. The local poverty rate of 8.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| ARMANDO CUELLAR MIDDLE Weslaco, TX | 5.7 |
| AUBREY MIDDLE Aubrey, TX | 5.7 |
| B L GRAY J H Mission, TX | 5.7 |
| BANDERA MIDDLE Bandera, TX | 5.7 |
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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 is ranked #5457 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is James Coble Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
James Coble Middle has a composite rating of 5.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at James Coble Middle?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, James Coble Middle has 47.5% math proficiency and 54.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
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
- City Safety
- High (2,898/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Arlington). Data >1 year old.
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
- Phone
- (682) 314-4900
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
MANSFIELD ISD- District Enrollment
- 35,851
- Schools in District
- 48
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,678
- District Rank
- #37 of 47
Other Schools in This District
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