Arlington High School

It is a great and fun school! I like its locatin and its convenient access to lots of amenities. Later on, I went to UT Arilington which is 2 blocks down the road.

I was at one point a substitute teacher and in doing so have had the opportunity to view all the high schools in Arlington. In my opinion AHS would rank 3rd or 4th in the district. The worst argument against this school is the administration, having met some of them and seeing their interactions with students some of them have no business being in our public education system and should seek employment in other arenas. The feeling that I got from a lot of the teachers was that they were there to collect a paycheck and not interested in fostering the learning experience. Arlington HS bright spot is that it once was a great and proud institution, however, it has slipped into mediocrity and because of the pride of the employees and alumni, have failed to realize what they have become.
--Submitted by a teacher

My daughter came here last year and did not know a soul. It was tough at first because it's a big school. Some teachers/coaches are duds. But, some things are wonderful. She's getting a great experience and has wonderful teachers in IB & theater . I am astounded at the education she is receiving in the IB program. Yesterday, they did a video conference call with IB students in England and India, discussing and important global issue with an expert and talking about some of the assignments they all do- all IB students around the world. I think she's getting a better education than at an expensive ivy league prep. The diversity in this school is handled professionally by the adults, which trickles down to the students. It's not a pretty building and the sports are hit and miss, but the academic education is excellent.
--Submitted by a parent

i go to this school and it is a grat school. there are so many colleges that want me now and it is because of the dedicated faculty there. im at the of my class and lovin every bit of it. i came from this school as a freshman and new to texas and they were so welcoming and the kids are very friendly.im graduating next yr. this school rocks!
--Submitted by a student

This school will make you feel like a small fish in a big pond, its scary, and is definatly not welcoming
--Submitted by a student

This school is not welcoming... The students and teachers make you feel unwanted.
--Submitted by a student

AHS is the best choice for a multitude of reasons. Although, AHS is the oldest high school in Arlington, it is the best to prepare our kids for the real world that faces them. The diversity is something to be proud of, all socio-economic groups, ethninticities, and cultures can be found along with tremendous educational opportunities. All 4 of my children have or still attend, and our experience with each has been good. The staff is dedicated and truly concerned about their students. Regardless of their drastically different interests and aptitudes there was more than enough options for each of them. I would highly recommend AHS to all parents regardless of your district. My kids are transfered to AHS, it doesn't matter what part of Arlington you live in, AHS is the best choice.
--Submitted by a parent

I sent my daughter to AHS and four years later, she is graduating with two degrees - BA and a BS from TCU with a 3.97 GPA. At AHS, she saw a cross section of the world and her public school education is evidently equal or better than the 15K a year my extended family wastes on private HS. Public school is what you put into it.
--Submitted by a parent

I am a parent of Arlington High Grad & an upcoming 2009 graduate. My kids loved AHS. In fact, our family almost relocated in 2003 but stayed in Arlington so that my youngest could graduate from the same high school as their sibling. Lots of parent involvement in a great PTA, great Booster clubs & wonderful teachers with heart. High School is as much what the kids put into it as the teachers. No school is perfect. AHS has traditions & spirit in abundance. True it is not the fanciest school in Arlington but it is the most well rounded in social and academic achievements.
--Submitted by a parent

I truly enjoyed the time I spent at AHS. It is a school where the sprit and diversity of its students are valued rather than the size of the parents' bank accounts. I always felt like I was a part of something bigger than myself. Their tradition is second to none. My family has a long history in Arlington, and both my parents, my sister, and I are all AHS graduates. Even now, with all of the new construction, walking down those halls still feels like home. 'Sons of the white and green!!'
--Submitted by a student