Duff Elementary School

3100 LYNNWOOD DR ARLINGTON TX 76013

About Duff Elementary School

Duff Elementary, serving grades 1 to 6 in Arlington ISD, has about 590 students with a 16:1 student-teacher ratio and teachers averaging 14.2 years of experience. The student body is 47% minorities, with 34.7% at-risk students.

?The school offers Gifted & Talented programs and has math and reading proficiencies of 66% and 67%, respectively. The average teacher salary is $69,134, above the state average. Median home prices are around $190,000. Duff Elementary is appreciated for its academic excellence, inclusive programs, and strong community engagement, making it a high performing elementary school and one of the best elementary school options for families.

Contact Information

Address

3100 LYNNWOOD DR ARLINGTON TX 76013

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Phone

(682) 867-2000

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 48%
Reading 48%
State average proficiency is 48% in Math and 48% in Reading.
39
Full-time Teachers
16 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
2
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
625
Total Students
$64512
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP [percent] IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Duff Elementary School

2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
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  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
Detailed program information coming Fall 2025!
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

School Ratings

Ranked

98

of 129 in Texas

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:20 AM - 3:35 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:05 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 55.5%
Asian 3.8%
Hispanic 28.3%
Black 8%
Two+ Races 4%
Native Am. 0%
White
55.5%
Asian
3.8%
Hispanic
28.3%
Black
8%
Two+ Races
4%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 625
45%
281 Female
55%
344 Male

Student Population

625 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Latest News

A 2019 bond-funded project that is nearly complete is Duff, entirely revised facilities including a new gym-storm shelter and more of the 21st-century library to serve the needs of all students and staff in the area

FAQ

1. What grades does Duff Elementary serve?

Duff Elementary serves students from kindergarten through 6th grade.


2. What is the school’s focus in education?

The school emphasizes academic achievement, character development, and strong community involvement.


3. Are there special programs available?

Yes, including Gifted & Talented education, special education services, and ESL programs.


4. What extracurricular activities are offered?

Students can join art clubs, choir, safety patrol, and academic competitions.


5. How does Duff Elementary involve parents?

Parents are encouraged to participate in the PTA, volunteer in classrooms, and attend school events.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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