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Peach EL

Elementary School · ARLINGTON ISD

2020 BAIRD FARM RD, Arlington, TX 76006

Enrollment

955

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,765 of 8,552

In Arlington

#61 of 100

public schools

In district

#38 of 75

ARLINGTON ISD

Academic growth

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Peach EL

5.4/10

Elementary School in Arlington · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Peach EL

Peach EL is a public elementary school in Arlington, TX, part of ARLINGTON ISD. Peach EL serves approximately 955 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Peach EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #5,765 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Peach EL show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Peach EL sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

37% of students at Peach EL were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data8
Annual Change-2.83 pts/yr
Data Period2016–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics2.6Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-25.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-27.3 pts
Overall Proficiency23% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-13.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile9th
Resources & Environment2.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,746
Chronic Absenteeism36.5%

Peach EL — Students at Peach EL score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 25.4% (multi-year average, 2016-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 30.1% (multi-year average, 2016-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 16 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2016
Math
53%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
28%
ELA
30%
2018
Math
31%
ELA
26%
2019
Math
31%
ELA
26%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
21%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
21%
2022
Math
18%
ELA
33.5%
2024
Math
18%
ELA
27%

* 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: 8.2/10.

How Peach EL Compares

See how Peach EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
33th percentile in TX
Academic
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
58 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
36.5%

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

2020 BAIRD FARM RD, Arlington, TX 76006

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Peach EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JONES FINE ARTS / DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is VIRIDIAN EL (rated 8.5/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BUTLER EL (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Arlington, see our Arlington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
NICHOLS J H Arlington 0.5 mi 3.7
TRINITY LEADERSHIP San Angelo 0.8 mi 3.6
ELLIS EL Arlington 1.3 mi 5.0
UPLIFT SUMMIT INTERNATIONAL H S Dallas 1.2 mi 7.5
UPLIFT SUMMIT INTERNATIONAL PRI Dallas 1.2 mi 4.1
UPLIFT SUMMIT INTERNATIONAL MIDDLE Dallas 1.2 mi 3.3
PREMIER H S OF ARLINGTON Lewisville 1.2 mi 2.2
PREMIER H S OF SOUTH IRVING Lewisville 1.2 mi
JONES FINE ARTS / DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY Arlington 1.3 mi 8.6
SHERROD EL Arlington 1.6 mi 3.3
JEAN MASSIEU ACADEMY Arlington 1.7 mi 5.6
NEWMAN INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY OF ARLINGTON GIBBINS Arlington 1.7 mi 6.4
KOOKEN ED CTR Arlington 2.0 mi 3.3
COMMUNITY BASED PK Arlington 2.0 mi 3.3
WEBB EL Arlington 1.9 mi 4.6
BUTLER EL Arlington 1.9 mi 8.2
VIRIDIAN EL Arlington 2.3 mi 8.5
TURNING POINT SECONDARY SCHOOL Arlington 2.1 mi 5.3
BERRY EL Arlington 2.5 mi 4.0
SPEER EL Arlington 2.2 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 76006 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,216

Median Home Value

$286,900

Median Rent

$1,344/mo

Population

23,594

College Educated

36.9%

Homeownership

26.5%

Avg Commute

25.8 min

Poverty Rate

10.9%

Median Age

34

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Peach EL

What grades does Peach EL serve?

Peach EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Peach EL?

Peach EL has an enrollment of approximately 955 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Peach EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Peach EL is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Peach EL rank in TX?

Peach EL ranks #5,765 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Peach EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Peach EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Peach EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Peach EL has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).

Is Peach EL a charter school?

No, Peach EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Peach EL a Title I school?

No, Peach EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Peach EL?

91.1% of students at Peach EL 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
68 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
955
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
58
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Tarrant County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
36.5%

District

ARLINGTON ISD
District Enrollment
54,750
Schools in District
75
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,746
District Rank
#38 of 75

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