Serving 745 students in grades 5-6, Della Icenhower Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 745 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Della Icenhower Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
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Della Icenhower Intermediate School's student population of 745 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
745 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
Della Icenhower Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Della Icenhower Intermediate School is 0.70, 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
#4722 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
5%
Hispanic
25%
53%
Black
46%
13%
White
10%
26%
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
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Della Icenhower Intermediate School is ranked #4722 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Della Icenhower Intermediate School?
745 students attend Della Icenhower Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Della Icenhower Intermediate School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 10% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Della Icenhower Intermediate School?
Della Icenhower Intermediate School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Della Icenhower Intermediate School offer ?
Della Icenhower Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Della Icenhower Intermediate School part of?
Della Icenhower Intermediate School is part of Mansfield Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Della Icenhower Intermediate School located?
Della Icenhower Intermediate School is located in the Southeast Arlington neighborhood of Arlington, TX. There are 25 other public schools located in Southeast Arlington.
School Reviews麻豆果冻传媒>5 8/24/2009During the 2008-2009 school year, I received emails from the principal and advisory teacher communicating about parent meetings, TAKS test dates and school close days because of the weather. However, we did not receive emails from other teachers communicating activities in the class rooms. It would be nice if we knew more about study subjects so that I could tutor my child at home. I would suggest something like e-news letter every week. We want more parent involvement to help students improving grades.Review Della Icenhower Intermediate School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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During the 2008-2009 school year, I received emails from the principal and advisory teacher communicating about parent meetings, TAKS test dates and school close days because of the weather. However, we did not receive emails from other teachers communicating activities in the class rooms. It would be nice if we knew more about study subjects so that I could tutor my child at home. I would suggest something like e-news letter every week. We want more parent involvement to help students improving grades.
Review Della Icenhower Intermediate School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
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