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#1452 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 17% in state

Pearcy Stem Academy

Elementary School · ARLINGTON ISD

601 E HARRIS RD, Arlington, TX 76002

Enrollment

532

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#1,452 of 8,552

In Arlington

#10 of 100

public schools

In district

#7 of 75

ARLINGTON ISD

Equity

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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8.0/10

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About Pearcy Stem Academy

Pearcy Stem Academy is a public elementary school in Arlington, TX, part of ARLINGTON ISD. Pearcy Stem Academy serves approximately 532 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Pearcy Stem Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,452 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Pearcy Stem Academy show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.5 pts above district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 5.5
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+10.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.7 pts
Overall Proficiency55% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+11.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,746
Chronic Absenteeism11.1%

Pearcy Stem Academy — Students at Pearcy Stem Academy score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

73.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 70.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 69.4% (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
92%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
91%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
86%
2014
Math
79%
ELA
80%
2015
Math
84%
ELA
81%
2016
Math
91%
ELA
85%
2017
Math
63%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
69%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
69%
ELA
56%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
59%
ELA
60.9%
2024
Math
54%
ELA
55%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Pearcy Stem Academy Compares

See how Pearcy Stem Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.0/10
83th percentile in TX
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
73%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.1%

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

601 E HARRIS RD, Arlington, TX 76002

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pearcy Stem Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BECKHAM EL (rated 7.5/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is NEWMAN INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY MANSFIELD EAST (rated 7.2/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, THELMA JONES EL (rated 7.0/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Arlington, see our Arlington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
SEGUIN H S Arlington 0.4 mi 7.2
ASHWORTH EL Arlington 0.7 mi 6.2
IMOGENE GIDEON EL Arlington 0.6 mi 6.5
NEWMAN INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY MANSFIELD EAST Arlington 0.8 mi 7.2
OUSLEY J H Arlington 1.0 mi 7.5
JANET BROCKETT EL Arlington 1.1 mi 5.9
JAMES COBLE MIDDLE Arlington 1.1 mi 7.1
KENNETH DAVIS EL Arlington 1.2 mi 6.4
BEBENSEE EL Arlington 1.5 mi 4.9
D P MORRIS EL Arlington 1.4 mi 5.3
DR SARAH JANDRUCKO ACADEMY FOR EARLY LEARNERS Mansfield 1.6 mi 4.1
MANARA STEM ACADEMY - ARLINGTON Irving 1.6 mi 5.2
DELLA ICENHOWER INT Arlington 1.6 mi 7.0
BECKHAM EL Arlington 1.6 mi 7.5
MANSFIELD TIMBERVIEW H S Arlington 1.6 mi 7.6
TCCSE EARLY COLLEGE H S AT TIMBERVIEW Arlington 1.6 mi 6.2
VENTURE ALTER H S Arlington 1.9 mi 4.1
UME MANSFIELD EL Mansfield 2.0 mi 4.0
MARTHA REID ACADEMY Arlington 2.0 mi 6.9
THELMA JONES EL Arlington 1.8 mi 7.0

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 Pearcy Stem Academy

What grades does Pearcy Stem Academy serve?

Pearcy Stem Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Pearcy Stem Academy?

Pearcy Stem Academy has an enrollment of approximately 532 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pearcy Stem Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Pearcy Stem Academy is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pearcy Stem Academy rank in TX?

Pearcy Stem Academy ranks #1,452 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Pearcy Stem Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Pearcy Stem Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Pearcy Stem Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pearcy Stem Academy has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Pearcy Stem Academy a charter school?

No, Pearcy Stem Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Pearcy Stem Academy a Title I school?

No, Pearcy Stem Academy is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pearcy Stem Academy?

73.1% of students at Pearcy Stem Academy 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
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
532
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Free/Reduced Lunch
73.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Tarrant County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.1%

District

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

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