The Arlington ISD has a population of more than 61,000 students – and we’re dedicated to every single one of them. With a highly engaged faculty and an array of learning opportunities that foster each student’s unique interests and talents, our goal is to have 100 percent of AISD students graduate exceptionally prepared for college, career and citizenship. We combine the strength of a large school district with innovative approaches and focused support to help students articulate and achieve their dreams. The AISD...where potential gets real!
Did you know?
- The AISD is the 11th-largest school district in Texas.
- The AISD is the largest employer in Arlington and the sixth largest in Tarrant County, with a staff of approximately 8,500.
- Seventy-five percent of secondary students are enrolled in the career and technical education program.
- Elementary and secondary students identified for gifted and talented services are assured an array of learning opportunities during the school day and through co-curricular and extracurricular activities. Grade-appropriate research skills are incorporated in the curriculum through open-ended assignments, providing a continuum of learning experiences that lead to the development of advanced-level products and/or performances.
- The AISD currently offers the International Baccalaureate World School Programme at Arlington, Bowie, Lamar and Sam Houston high schools.
- Students have the opportunity to graduate with college credit in 31 courses through the district's Advanced Placement program; that's the equivalent of one full year of college study. The Advanced Placement curricula include courses in English, math, science, social studies, music theory, art and foreign languages.
- The AISD and Tarrant County College offer dual-credit choices at each high school. The district covers tuition costs and books for students who take advantage of this on-site opportunity. Students pay a $59 fee per course. This program was the first of its kind in this area.
- The AISD is home to an award-winning and acclaimed special education program that focuses on academic success as well as the development of life skills.
- The AISD is home to 11 National Merit Semifinalists and four National Hispanic Scholars.
- The AISD offers an early college high school and a STEM academy for high school students and two fine arts and dual language academies for elementary students with admission by application. Find out more about our special programs.
