Serving 443 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dolores Huerta 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 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dolores Huerta Elementary serves the northern part of Fort Worth, TX, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dolores Huerta Elementary School's student population of 443 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
443 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2003
School Motto
Si, Se Puede! - Yes, we can! (Dolores Huerta)
School Rankings
Dolores Huerta 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 Dolores Huerta Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#6028 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
96%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dolores Huerta Elementary School's ranking?
Dolores Huerta Elementary School is ranked #6028 out of 8,096 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?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Dolores Huerta Elementary School?
443 students attend Dolores Huerta Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Dolores Huerta Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dolores Huerta Elementary School?
Dolores Huerta Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dolores Huerta Elementary School offer ?
Dolores Huerta Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Dolores Huerta Elementary School part of?
Dolores Huerta Elementary School is part of Fort Worth Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Dolores Huerta Elementary School located?
Dolores Huerta Elementary School is located in the Far Greater Northside Historical neighborhood of Fort Worth, TX. There are 4 other public schools located in Far Greater Northside Historical.
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