Serving 341 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Handley 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: 341 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Handley Elementary serves the eastern part of Fort Worth, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Most families live within a quick 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of about 0.7 miles to the zone's edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Handley Elementary School's student population of 341 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
341 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
School Rankings
West Handley 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 West Handley Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#7606 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hispanic
74%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
17%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
5%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Handley Elementary School's ranking?
West Handley Elementary School is ranked #7606 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend West Handley Elementary School?
341 students attend West Handley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of West Handley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Handley Elementary School?
West Handley Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Handley Elementary School offer ?
West Handley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is West Handley Elementary School part of?
West Handley Elementary School is part of Fort Worth Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is West Handley Elementary School located?
West Handley Elementary School is located in the Handley neighborhood of Fort Worth, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in Handley.
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