Serving 1,126 students in grades 7-8, Hillwood Middle School 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 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,126 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hillwood Middle serves the southwest part of Fort Worth, TX, covering an area of approximately 5.9 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 1.6 miles, extending up to 2.8 miles at the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillwood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hillwood Middle School's student population of 1,126 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,126 students
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hillwood Middle School 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 Hillwood Middle School is 0.73, 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
#1432 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Asian
10%
6%
Hispanic
28%
54%
Black
12%
13%
White
40%
24%
Two or more races
10%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillwood Middle School's ranking?
Hillwood Middle School is ranked #1432 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Hillwood Middle School often compared to?
Hillwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Keller Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Hillwood Middle School?
1,126 students attend Hillwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Hillwood Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillwood Middle School?
Hillwood Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hillwood Middle School offer ?
Hillwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Hillwood Middle School part of?
Hillwood Middle School is part of Keller Independent School District.
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