The purpose of Title 1, Part A is to enable schools to provide opportunities for children to acquire the knowledge and skills contained in Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) and to meet the standards of the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) which was developed for all children.

Campuses qualify for Title 1 funding based upon their free or reduced lunch percentage. In Arlington, 45 schools (1 high school, 9 junior high schools, 34 elementary schools and a pre-kindergarten center) qualify for funding. The poverty levels of these schools range from 55% to 96%.

Funds are primarily used to provide extended learning time for students, additional materials and supplies, staff development for teachers and family involvement activities.