Polytechnic High School, also known colloquially as "Poly", is a public high school located in Fort Worth, Texas, United States.
Serving 1,382 students in grades 9-12, Polytechnic 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 6% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower 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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,382 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 69% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Polytechnic High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Polytechnic High School's student population of 1,382 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,382 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Colors
Black, Orange
School Rankings
Polytechnic High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Polytechnic High School is 0.32, 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
#8150 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
81%
53%
Black
16%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
69%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Poly The Parrot, Paris The Parrot
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Polytechnic High School's ranking?
Polytechnic High School is ranked #8150 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Polytechnic High School often compared to?
Polytechnic High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dunbar High School, Eastern Hills High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Polytechnic High School?
The graduation rate of Polytechnic High School is 69%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Polytechnic High School?
1,382 students attend Polytechnic High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Polytechnic High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Polytechnic High School?
Polytechnic High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Polytechnic High School offer ?
Polytechnic High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Polytechnic High School part of?
Polytechnic High School is part of Fort Worth Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Polytechnic High School located?
Polytechnic High School is located in the El Poly Pyramid neighborhood of Fort Worth, TX.
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