Best Schools in Ft. Worth, Texas
5 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Ft. Worth by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Daggett Montessori
Elementary · Fort Worth ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Bonnie Brae
Elementary · Fort Worth ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Cesar Chavez Pri
Elementary · Fort Worth ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Ft. Worth for 2026 are Daggett Montessori (6.8/10), Bonnie Brae (5.4/10), and Cesar Chavez Pri (4.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
4.7
out of 10
Median Home
$236,660
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
4.7
out of 10
Median Home
$236,660
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +1.4 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Ft. Worth schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Ft. Worth
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Daggett Montessori | 6.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Bonnie Brae | 5.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Cesar Chavez Pri | 4.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Clifford Davis EL | 2.3 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.7/10
- Median household income
- $60,975
- Median home value
- $236,660
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 53%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Ft. Worth compares
Texas rank
#627 of 654
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.6
below Texas avg (6.3)
Median household income
$61k
82% of Texas median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Ft. Worth, Texas
Ft. Worth, Texas is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 4.7 out of 10, schools in Ft. Worth show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Ft. Worth is Daggett Montessori with a composite score of 6.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Ft. Worth is served by 1 school district: FORT WORTH ISD. These districts collectively serve 71,060 students.
Ft. Worth's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $60,975. The poverty rate in the area is 17.4%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 547 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.8 |
| 2 | 346 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.4 |
| 3 | 472 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.2 |
| 4 | 684 students · Pre-K–5th | 2.3 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 10 students · 8th–12th | — |
Schools in Ft. Worth
Ft. Worth, Texas · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 5 ZIP codes
Median Income
$60,975
Median Home Value
$236,660
Median Rent
$1,288/mo
Population
173,460
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
53%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
17.4%
Community Profile
Ft. Worth has a median household income of $60,975. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $236,660, with a median rent of $1,288/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.4%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Texas
- Elementary
- 4
- High
- 1
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Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Ft. Worth, Texas
How many schools are in Ft. Worth, Texas?
Ft. Worth has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Ft. Worth, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ft. Worth is 4.7 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Ft. Worth, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Ft. Worth on MySchoolScout is Daggett Montessori with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Ft. Worth, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Ft. Worth on MySchoolScout is Daggett Montessori with a composite score of 6.8/10.
How many school districts serve Ft. Worth, Texas?
Ft. Worth is served by 1 school district: Fort Worth ISD.
What is the education level in Ft. Worth, Texas?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in Ft. Worth have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Ft. Worth, Texas?
The median household income in Ft. Worth is approximately $60,975 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Ft. Worth, Texas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ft. Worth is 13.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ft. Worth, Texas?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Texas Education Agency, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.