The brief
The top-rated middle schools in Fort Worth are Applied Learning Acad (7.9/10), Fossil Hill Middle (7.8/10), and Mcanally Middle (7.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of 43 middle public schools meeting this ranking's coverage rules. Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Fort Worth, Texas has 43 middle school directory listings spanning 27 school districts. Of 43 middle schools in Fort Worth, 43 are public schools with a comparable public-model composite score. This ranking includes 43 middle public schools meeting this ranking's coverage rules. The average composite score among public schools included in this ranking is 5.7/10. Fort Worth has a notable charter school presence, with 6 charter middle schools (14% of all middle schools) offering alternatives to traditional public schools. Among 43 middle public schools included in this ranking and a reported student-teacher ratio, the average is 15.4:1. Our rankings identify Applied Learning Acad as the top-rated middle school in Fort Worth, followed by Fossil Hill Middle and Mcanally Middle. Schools with enough data are scored on student growth, poverty-adjusted academics, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools — using data from the NCES and state education sources.
Ranked by composite score; the tick is the score on the 1–10 axis.
- 17.9
- 27.8
- 37.8
- 47.5
- 57.5
- 67.2
- 76.9
- 86.8
- 96.7
- 106.6
All 43 ranked
Every ranked school on the axis, then the ledger.Top 25 of 43
Rating · students · student-teacher ratio · grades- 1Applied Learning AcadFort Worth ISDstudents 339student-teacher ratio 13.0:1grades 6th–8th
- 2Fossil Hill MiddleKeller ISDstudents 826student-teacher ratio 11.2:1grades 6th–8th
- 3Mcanally MiddleAledo ISDstudents 928student-teacher ratio 16.6:1grades 6th–8th
- 4Hillwood MiddleKeller ISDstudents 1,216student-teacher ratio 14.8:1grades 7th–8th
- 5Stripling MiddleFort Worth ISDstudents 515student-teacher ratio 14.7:1grades 6th–8th
- 6Mclean MiddleFort Worth ISDstudents 800student-teacher ratio 16.3:1grades 6th–8th
- 7Irma Marsh MiddleCastleberry ISDstudents 812student-teacher ratio 13.5:1grades 6th–8th
- 8Iltexas Keller MiddlecharterInternational Leadership of Texas (iltexas)students 435student-teacher ratio 17.4:1grades 6th–8th
- 9Mclean 6th GradeFort Worth ISDstudents 395student-teacher ratio 16.5:1grades 6th–6th
- 10Daggett MiddleFort Worth ISDstudents 388student-teacher ratio 14.4:1grades 6th–8th
- 11Idea Rise College PreparatorycharterIdea Public Schoolsstudents 561student-teacher ratio 20.0:1grades 6th–10th
- 12J Martin Jacquet MiddleFort Worth ISDstudents 566student-teacher ratio 14.5:1grades 6th–8th
- 13Meacham MiddleFort Worth ISDstudents 675student-teacher ratio 15.7:1grades 6th–8th
- 14Highland MiddleEagle Mt-Saginaw ISDstudents 700student-teacher ratio 12.5:1grades 6th–8th
- 15Marine Creek MiddleEagle Mt-Saginaw ISDstudents 923student-teacher ratio 14.4:1grades 6th–8th
- 16Idea Edgecliff College PreparatorycharterIdea Public Schoolsstudents 488student-teacher ratio 17.4:1grades 6th–9th
- 17Elder MiddleFort Worth ISDstudents 763student-teacher ratio 14.7:1grades 6th–8th
- 18Timberview MiddleKeller ISDstudents 1,018student-teacher ratio 13.9:1grades 5th–8th
- 19Vista Ridge MiddleKeller ISDstudents 755student-teacher ratio 13.5:1grades 6th–8th
- 20Forest Oak MiddlecharterFort Worth ISDstudents 1,081student-teacher ratio 12.7:1grades 6th–8th
- 21Kirkpatrick MiddleFort Worth ISDstudents 465student-teacher ratio 14.5:1grades 6th–8th
- 22Parkwood Hill IntKeller ISDstudents 1,121student-teacher ratio 16.2:1grades 5th–6th
- 23Idea Southeast College PreparatorycharterIdea Public Schoolsstudents 365student-teacher ratio 22.8:1grades 6th–8th
- 24Riverside MiddleFort Worth ISDstudents 765student-teacher ratio 15.6:1grades 6th–8th
- 25Rosemont MiddleFort Worth ISDstudents 1,152student-teacher ratio 15.8:1grades 6th–8th
This list shows 25 of the 43 middle public schools meeting this ranking's coverage rules in Fort Worth. Learn about our methodology.
The map
The top 25 pinned; open a pin for the campus.Campus by campus
What each of the top ten reports.- 1
Applied Learning Acad
Fort Worth ISD
339 students · 13.0:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–8th
Top 15% in Texas
- Academics
- 5.9
- Growth
- 8.9
- Environment
- 9.2
- 2
Fossil Hill Middle
Keller ISD
826 students · 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–8th
Top 18% in Texas
- Academics
- 6.8
- Growth
- 8.6
- Environment
- 7.9
- 3
Mcanally Middle
Aledo ISD
928 students · 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–8th
Top 16% in Texas
- Academics
- 8.7
- Growth
- 8.5
- Environment
- 5.4
- 4
Hillwood Middle
Keller ISD
1,216 students · 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 7th–8th
Top 25% in Texas
- Academics
- 8.4
- Growth
- 7.8
- Environment
- 5.9
- 5
Stripling Middle
Fort Worth ISD
515 students · 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–8th
Top 24% in Texas
- Academics
- 6.4
- Growth
- 8.6
- Environment
- 7.3
- 6
Mclean Middle
Fort Worth ISD
800 students · 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–8th
Top 31% in Texas
- Academics
- 7.0
- Growth
- 8.3
- Environment
- 5.8
- 7
Irma Marsh Middle
Castleberry ISD
812 students · 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–8th
Top 39% in Texas
- Academics
- 6.2
- Growth
- 6.6
- Environment
- 8.3
- 8
Iltexas Keller Middle
International Leadership of Texas (iltexas)
435 students · 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–8th
Top 41% in Texas · charter
- Academics
- 8.1
- Growth
- 8.0
- Environment
- 3.2
- 9
Mclean 6th Grade
Fort Worth ISD
395 students · 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–6th
Top 44% in Texas
- Academics
- 7.5
- Growth
- 6.2
- Environment
- 6.3
- 10
Daggett Middle
Fort Worth ISD
388 students · 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–8th
Top 47% in Texas
- Academics
- 3.1
- Growth
- 9.5
- Environment
- 6.8
Questions
What is the best middle school in Fort Worth, Texas?
In the current MySchoolScout comparison, Applied Learning Acad is the top-rated middle school in Fort Worth with a composite score of 7.9/10. The score blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools — with equity shown as context, not scored.
How many middle schools are in Fort Worth, Texas?
Fort Worth has 43 middle schools, including 6 charter schools. 43 public schools have a comparable public-model composite score.
What is the average middle school rating in Fort Worth?
Among 43 Fort Worth middle public schools included in this ranking, the average is 5.7/10.
How does MySchoolScout rate middle schools?
Schools with enough data receive a 1-10 composite score that blends Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, with growth counting most in elementary and middle grades. Equity data is shown for context but not scored. All scores are computed within Texas, so schools are compared to peers in the same state. Data comes from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments.
What is a good school rating on MySchoolScout?
A score of 7 or above means a school is in roughly the top 30% of its state. A 5 is average. Anything above 8 is exceptional. Our ratings are relative to other schools in Texas, not a national comparison, because each state has different testing standards.
Are charter schools included in the Fort Worth middle school rankings?
Fort Worth has 6 charter middle schools in its directory. Charter schools that meet this ranking's data requirements are included alongside traditional public schools using the same composite scoring methodology.
How should I use this ranking?
Consider your child's learning style. Some children thrive in smaller settings (look for student-teacher ratios under 14:1), while others do well in larger, more social environments. The schools on this list range widely in size and approach.
Look beyond the composite score. A school ranked #15 might be the best fit if it excels in growth (improving student outcomes year over year) even if its raw academic score is lower. Click into individual school profiles to see the breakdown.
Visit your top choices. Walk the hallways during a school day. Watch how teachers interact with students. Ask about before- and after-school care, transportation, and parent involvement. These details matter more than any dataset.
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