Serving 577 students in grades 2-5, Western Hills 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% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 577 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Western Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Western Hills Elementary School's student population of 577 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
Total Students
577 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings
Western Hills Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Western Hills Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#7751 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
37%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
42%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
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Hispanic
41%
53%
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Black
49%
13%
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White
5%
26%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
57%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
4%
6%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Western Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Western Hills Elementary School is ranked #7751 out of 8,079 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% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Western Hills Elementary School?
577 students attend Western Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Western Hills Elementary School students are Black, 41% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Western Hills Elementary School?
Western Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Western Hills Elementary School offer ?
Western Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5
What school district is Western Hills Elementary School part of?
Western Hills Elementary School is part of Fort Worth ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Western Hills Elementary School located?
Western Hills Elementary School is located in the Western Hills North neighborhood of Fort Worth, TX. There are 4 other public schools located in Western Hills North.
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