Serving 1,532 students in grades 6-12, Benbrook Middle/high 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 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,532 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Benbrook Middle/high School's student population of 1,532 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
1,532 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Benbrook Middle/high School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benbrook Middle/high School is 0.61, which is less 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
#4146 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
38%
53%
Black
7%
13%
White
50%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benbrook Middle/high School's ranking?
Benbrook Middle/high School is ranked #4146 out of 8,079 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Benbrook Middle/high School?
The graduation rate of Benbrook Middle/high School is 94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Benbrook Middle/high School?
1,532 students attend Benbrook Middle/high School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Benbrook Middle/high School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benbrook Middle/high School?
Benbrook Middle/high School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Benbrook Middle/high School offer ?
Benbrook Middle/high School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Benbrook Middle/high School part of?
Benbrook Middle/high School is part of Fort Worth ISD School District.
School Reviews
3 2/6/2017
Looking to enroll a middle school student soon! She is a outstanding LIL girl. She will be in 6th grade and just left MONNIG WILLIAMS MIDDLE! SHE IS A STRAIGHT A and B advanced student! We will be visting soon to see the environment someday next week! I'm seeking affordable homes in this area and waiting on a response! I'm hoping they have a school bus pickup in this area!
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