Serving 422 students in grades 1-5, R F Patterson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
R F Patterson Elementary School's student population of 422 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
422 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
R F Patterson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of R F Patterson Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#5035 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
27%
53%
Black
31%
13%
White
34%
25%
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
55%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is R F Patterson Elementary School's ranking?
R F Patterson Elementary School is ranked #5035 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are R F Patterson Elementary School often compared to?
R F Patterson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James F Delaney Elementary School, Arlington Classics Academy - Arkansas Campus, Iltexas Arlington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend R F Patterson Elementary School?
422 students attend R F Patterson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of R F Patterson Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of R F Patterson Elementary School?
R F Patterson Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does R F Patterson Elementary School offer ?
R F Patterson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is R F Patterson Elementary School part of?
R F Patterson Elementary School is part of Kennedale Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is R F Patterson Elementary School located?
R F Patterson Elementary School is located in the Southwest Arlington neighborhood of Arlington, TX. There are 12 other public schools located in Southwest Arlington.
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