Below Average
#6734 of 8,552 schools in TX
Speer EL
Elementary School · ARLINGTON ISD
811 FULLER ST, Arlington, TX 76012
Enrollment
660
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
660
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,734 of 8,552
In Arlington
#74 of 100
public schools
In district
#49 of 75
ARLINGTON ISD
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Speer EL
Elementary School in Arlington · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Speer EL
Speer EL is a public elementary school in Arlington, TX, part of ARLINGTON ISD. Speer EL serves approximately 660 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Speer EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #6,734 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Speer EL show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Speer EL — Students at Speer EL score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.4%
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: 5.2/10.
How Speer EL Compares
See how Speer EL 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
811 FULLER ST, Arlington, TX 76012
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Speer EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WIMBISH WORLD LANGUAGE ACADEMY (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JONES FINE ARTS / DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BUTLER EL (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Arlington, see our Arlington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WEBB EL Arlington | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL OF ARLINGTON Arlington | 0.4 mi | — |
| GREEN OAKS SCHOOL Arlington | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| NEWMAN INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY OF ARLINGTON GIBBINS Arlington | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| JEAN MASSIEU ACADEMY Arlington | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| KOOKEN ED CTR Arlington | 0.7 mi | 3.3 |
| COMMUNITY BASED PK Arlington | 0.7 mi | 3.3 |
| WIMBISH WORLD LANGUAGE ACADEMY Arlington | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| UPLIFT SUMMIT INTERNATIONAL H S Dallas | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| UPLIFT SUMMIT INTERNATIONAL PRI Dallas | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| UPLIFT SUMMIT INTERNATIONAL MIDDLE Dallas | 1.0 mi | 3.3 |
| PREMIER H S OF ARLINGTON Lewisville | 1.1 mi | 2.2 |
| PREMIER H S OF SOUTH IRVING Lewisville | 1.1 mi | — |
| LAMAR H S Arlington | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| JONES FINE ARTS / DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY Arlington | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| BUTLER EL Arlington | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| TURNING POINT SECONDARY SCHOOL Arlington | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| PARK ROW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Arlington | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| SHACKELFORD J H Arlington | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| SWIFT EL Arlington | 1.8 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76012 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,468
Median Home Value
$292,200
Median Rent
$1,307/mo
Population
28,043
College Educated
42.8%
Homeownership
64.6%
Avg Commute
26.1 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
39.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Speer EL
What grades does Speer EL serve?
Speer EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Speer EL?
Speer EL has an enrollment of approximately 660 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Speer EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Speer EL is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Speer EL rank in TX?
Speer EL ranks #6,734 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Speer EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Speer EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Speer EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Speer EL has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Speer EL a charter school?
No, Speer EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Speer EL a Title I school?
No, Speer EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Speer EL?
96.4% of students at Speer 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 660
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Tarrant County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.3%
- Phone
- (682) 867-4000
Resources & Links
District
ARLINGTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 54,750
- Schools in District
- 75
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,746
- District Rank
- #49 of 75
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