Serving 510 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Hi Mount Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Hi Mount Elementary serves the northwest part of Fort Worth, TX, covering an area of approximately 3.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.2 miles to the school's edges and a maximum distance of 1.6 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Hi Mount Elementary School's student population of 510 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
510 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Hi Mount Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Hi Mount Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#3531 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
66%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
15%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Hi Mount Elementary School's ranking?
South Hi Mount Elementary School is ranked #3531 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend South Hi Mount Elementary School?
510 students attend South Hi Mount Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of South Hi Mount Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Hi Mount Elementary School?
South Hi Mount Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Hi Mount Elementary School offer ?
South Hi Mount Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is South Hi Mount Elementary School part of?
South Hi Mount Elementary School is part of Fort Worth Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is South Hi Mount Elementary School located?
South Hi Mount Elementary School is located in the Arlington Heights neighborhood of Fort Worth, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Arlington Heights.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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