Serving 534 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Westcliff Elementary School ranks in the top 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 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than 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 (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Westcliff Elementary serves the southern part of Fort Worth, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Families within this zone can generally expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westcliff Elementary School's student population of 534 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
534 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Westcliff 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 Westcliff Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#3880 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
78%
54%
Black
3%
13%
White
15%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westcliff Elementary School's ranking?
Westcliff Elementary School is ranked #3880 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?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Westcliff Elementary School?
534 students attend Westcliff Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Westcliff Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westcliff Elementary School?
Westcliff Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westcliff Elementary School offer ?
Westcliff Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Westcliff Elementary School part of?
Westcliff Elementary School is part of Fort Worth Independent School District.
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