Arlington ISD earns perfect financial rating for third year in a row Scores 100 on the 2025-2026 School Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas
September 2026
It’s now three years in a row with a perfect score. Arlington ISD earned its third-straight perfect score of 100 on the 2025-2026 School Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (FIRST), the highest possible rating under the Texas Education Agency’s financial accountability system. “Earning this rating reflects our commitment to strong financial stewardship,” said Arlington ISD Superintendent Dr. Matt Smith. It’s not just about balancing the books, it’s about building trust with our community and ensuring every dollar is used to support student success.” School districts are assessed across 21 important financial indicators, including fund balance, debt management, solvency, and…
Watch drone video of Webb Elementary construction See the early progress of Webb’s future building
October 2021
Check out this drone flyover video of the construction of Webb Elementary’s new school building! It’s still early in the construction process, but after months…
Berry and Thornton elementary schools demolished Demo will make way for new Berry and Thornton buildings
October 2021
The old Berry and Thornton elementary buildings have been leveled. The old buildings – Berry opened in 1955 and Thornton in 1956 – had seen…
Additions at Crow Leadership Academy Open New gym, kitchen and classrooms enhance educational experience
October 2021
If you drive by Crow Leadership Academy, you might not immediately notice how much it has changed since last year. But if you turn in…
Public Information Meeting about Future Glaspie Field is Oct. 13 Meeting is at 7 p.m. at Martin High School
October 2021
Arlington ISD will host a public information meeting about the future Glaspie Field on Wednesday, Oct. 13, at 7 p.m., at Martin High School’s Little…
Students have front-row seat to construction of new school Future Webb Elementary being built next to current school
September 2021
Webb Elementary students are getting a new school right next door to their current building, and they have a front-row seat to watch the construction!…
Citizens Bond Oversight Committee holds first meeting Reviews progress of the 2019 Bond program
August 2021
The 2019 Bond – and all the great things it is doing for our students – is entirely thanks to the support of this community….