Serving 958 students in grades 6-8, Prairie Vista 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 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 958 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Prairie Vista serves the eastern part of Fort Worth, TX, covering an area of approximately 13.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Prairie Vista's student population of 958 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
958 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Prairie Vista 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 Prairie Vista 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
#4372 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
6%
Hispanic
37%
54%
Black
27%
13%
White
23%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie Vista's ranking?
Prairie Vista is ranked #4372 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?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Prairie Vista?
958 students attend Prairie Vista.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Prairie Vista students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 23% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie Vista?
Prairie Vista has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Prairie Vista offer ?
Prairie Vista offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Prairie Vista part of?
Prairie Vista is part of Eagle MT-Saginaw Independent School District.
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