CARTER J H
910 Students
Middle School 7th - 8th
School Overview
**Carter Junior High School**, located on Tharp Street in Arlington, Texas, is a core campus within the Arlington Independent School District (AISD). Serving students in the Arlington community, the school focuses on providing a bridge between elementary and high school education, emphasizing academic growth, social development, and preparation for the rigorous environment of high school. The campus is part of a district dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment, offering a variety of extracurricular activities, athletic programs, and academic pathways designed to meet the diverse needs of its middle-school-aged student body.
As a staple of the local community, Carter Junior High reflects the district’s commitment to equity and student success. The school emphasizes character development alongside standard curriculum requirements, encouraging students to engage in school spirit and community participation. With its location in the heart of Arlington, the school plays an integral role in the educational journey of its students, providing the resources and guidance necessary for them to transition successfully into the district’s high school programs and beyond.
As a staple of the local community, Carter Junior High reflects the district’s commitment to equity and student success. The school emphasizes character development alongside standard curriculum requirements, encouraging students to engage in school spirit and community participation. With its location in the heart of Arlington, the school plays an integral role in the educational journey of its students, providing the resources and guidance necessary for them to transition successfully into the district’s high school programs and beyond.
910
Total Students
65.8
Full-Time Teachers
13.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
74.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 20 |
| Hispanic | 742 |
| Black | 123 |
| Asian | 15 |
| Two or More | 5 |
| American Indian | 3 |
| Pacific Islander | 2 |
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Hispanic742 (81.5 %)
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Black123 (13.5 %)
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White20 (2.2 %)
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Asian15 (1.6 %)
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Two or More5 (0.5 %)
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American Indian3 (0.3 %)
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Pacific Islander2 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | N/A |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | ARLINGTON ISD |
| Phone: | (682)867-1700 |
| Grade Range: | 7th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 910 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 65.8 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.8 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 673 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 9 |
Grades Taught
Grade 7
444
Grade 8
466
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 7 | 444 |
| Grade 8 | 466 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 443 | 48.7% |
| Male | 467 | 51.3% |
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