Serving 413 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sidney H Poynter 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 27% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sidney H Poynter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Sidney H Poynter's student population of 413 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
413 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Sidney H Poynter 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 Sidney H Poynter is 0.67, 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
#6593 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
29%
53%
Black
48%
13%
White
12%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sidney H Poynter's ranking?
Sidney H Poynter is ranked #6593 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Sidney H Poynter often compared to?
Sidney H Poynteris often viewed alongside schools like David L Walker Elt, John And Polly Townley Elementary School, Hommel Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Sidney H Poynter?
413 students attend Sidney H Poynter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Sidney H Poynter students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sidney H Poynter?
Sidney H Poynter has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sidney H Poynter offer ?
Sidney H Poynter offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sidney H Poynter part of?
Sidney H Poynter is part of Crowley Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Sidney H Poynter located?
Sidney H Poynter is located in the The Parks of Deer Creek neighborhood of Fort Worth, TX.
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