Serving 639 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Waverly Park Elementary 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 27% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% 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: 639 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Waverly Park Elementary serves the northwest part of Fort Worth, TX, covering an attendance zone of approximately 32 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waverly Park Elementary School's student population of 639 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
639 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Waverly Park Elementary School 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 Waverly Park Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#6116 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
51%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
22%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
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)25.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-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 Waverly Park Elementary School's ranking?
Waverly Park Elementary School is ranked #6116 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Waverly Park Elementary School often compared to?
Waverly Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Christene C Moss Elementary School, Sam Rosen Elementary School, Ridglea Hills 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 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Waverly Park Elementary School?
639 students attend Waverly Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Waverly Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waverly Park Elementary School?
Waverly Park Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waverly Park Elementary School offer ?
Waverly Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Waverly Park Elementary School part of?
Waverly Park Elementary School is part of Fort Worth Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Waverly Park Elementary School located?
Waverly Park Elementary School is located in the Western Hills neighborhood of Fort Worth, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Western Hills.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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