Serving 724 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, John W Armstrong Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 724 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John W Armstrong Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
John W Armstrong Elementary School's student population of 724 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
724 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Rankings
John W Armstrong Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John W Armstrong Elementary School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#785 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
21%
6%
Hispanic
24%
54%
Black
14%
13%
White
34%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Garland Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Aviators
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John W Armstrong Elementary School's ranking?
John W Armstrong Elementary School is ranked #785 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are John W Armstrong Elementary School often compared to?
John W Armstrong Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert B Sewell Elementary School, Luna Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend John W Armstrong Elementary School?
724 students attend John W Armstrong Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of John W Armstrong Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John W Armstrong Elementary School?
John W Armstrong Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does John W Armstrong Elementary School offer ?
John W Armstrong Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is John W Armstrong Elementary School part of?
John W Armstrong Elementary School is part of Garland Independent School District.
School Reviews
Review John W Armstrong Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
AI Report Cards: Should Schools Evaluate AI Use?
Explore whether schools should assess student AI use, the benefits, risks, and what responsible AI report cards could look like in 2026.
The Parent’s Guide to School Cell Phone Bans in 2026
Learn how school cell phone bans work in 2026, why districts are adopting them, and what parents should expect.
Parental Involvement in Public Schools: 2026 Update
Explore the latest 2026 trends, research, and strategies shaping parental involvement in public schools and student success.
