Fossil Ridge High School is an American public high school located in northeast Fort Worth, Texas. It is the second high school inside the Keller Independent School District. Most nearby schools such as Fossil Hill Middle School and Vista Ridge Middle School graduates feed into Fossil Ridge.
Serving 2,140 students in grades 9-12, Fossil Ridge 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 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,140 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Fossil Ridge High School serves the southwest part of Keller, TX, covering an area of approximately 8.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with most living about 2 miles from the school and some at a maximum distance of 2.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fossil Ridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fossil Ridge High School's student population of 2,140 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 146 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,140 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
146 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1995
School Rankings
Fossil Ridge High 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 Fossil Ridge High School is 0.75, which is more 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
#5446 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
12%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
38%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
24%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
94%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fossil Ridge High School's ranking?
Fossil Ridge High School is ranked #5446 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Fossil Ridge High School often compared to?
Fossil Ridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School, Timber Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fossil Ridge High School?
The graduation rate of Fossil Ridge High School is 94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Fossil Ridge High School?
2,140 students attend Fossil Ridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Fossil Ridge High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fossil Ridge High School?
Fossil Ridge High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fossil Ridge High School offer ?
Fossil Ridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Fossil Ridge High School part of?
Fossil Ridge High School is part of Keller Independent School District.
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