Fine Arts Academy

8301 Downe Dr
Fort Worth, TX 76108
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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9/
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Top 20%
Serving 274 students in grades 1-6, Fine Arts Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher 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 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 1-6
  • Enrollment: 274 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 46%
  • : Top 20% in TX
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : The Fine Arts Academy's attendance zone encompasses the entire Fort Worth school district, covering an area of approximately 23.6 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3 miles to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 6.2 miles at its furthest point.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Fine Arts Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Fine Arts Academy's student population of 274 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
Total Students
274 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓

School Calendar
School Motto
Think Big … Bears Do!

School Rankings

Fine Arts Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fine Arts Academy is 0.60, 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.
This School
State Level (TX)
#900 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

60-64%
44%

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

70-74%
51%

Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

30-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
2%
6%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
33%
54%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓

Black
4%
13%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓

White
54%
24%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
7%
3%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
46%
0.60

Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
56%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Fine Arts Academy's ranking?
Fine Arts Academy is ranked #900 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Fine Arts Academy?
274 students attend Fine Arts Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Fine Arts Academy students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fine Arts Academy?
Fine Arts Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fine Arts Academy offer ?
Fine Arts Academy offers enrollment in grades 1-6
What school district is Fine Arts Academy part of?
Fine Arts Academy is part of White Settlement Independent School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 1-6
  • Enrollment: 274 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 46%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : The Fine Arts Academy's attendance zone encompasses the entire Fort Worth school district, covering an area of approximately 23.6 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3 miles to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 6.2 miles at its furthest point.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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