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#4549 of 8,552 schools in TX
Atwood Mcdonald EL
Elementary School · FORT WORTH ISD
1850 BARRON LN, Fort Worth, TX 76112
Enrollment
316
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
316
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,549 of 8,552
In Fort Worth
#87 of 235
public schools
In district
#35 of 131
FORT WORTH ISD
Academic growth
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Atwood Mcdonald EL
Elementary School in Fort Worth · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Atwood Mcdonald EL
Atwood Mcdonald EL is a public elementary school in Fort Worth, TX, part of FORT WORTH ISD. Atwood Mcdonald EL serves approximately 316 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Atwood Mcdonald EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,549 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Atwood Mcdonald EL show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Atwood Mcdonald EL sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
42% of students at Atwood Mcdonald EL were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Atwood Mcdonald EL — Students at Atwood Mcdonald EL score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.6/10.
How Atwood Mcdonald EL Compares
See how Atwood Mcdonald EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1850 BARRON LN, Fort Worth, TX 76112
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Atwood Mcdonald EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. UPLIFT CRESCENDO PREPARATORY PRI (rated 8.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Dallas), which scores notably higher. Another option is NEWMAN INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY AT FORT WORTH (rated 7.3/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Arlington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST RITA CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Worth, see our Fort Worth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NEWMAN INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY AT FORT WORTH Arlington | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| EAST HANDLEY EL Fort Worth | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| JOHN T WHITE EL Fort Worth | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| JEAN MCCLUNG MIDDLE Fort Worth | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| EASTERN HILLS EL Fort Worth | 1.3 mi | 3.4 |
| WEST HANDLEY EL Fort Worth | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| METRO OPPORTUNITY Fort Worth | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| CHRISTIAN COTTAGE PREP Fort Worth | 1.6 mi | — |
| UPLIFT CRESCENDO PREPARATORY PRI Dallas | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| EASTERN HILLS H S Fort Worth | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| ILTEXAS WOODHAVEN EL Fort Worth | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| ILTEXAS WOODHAVEN MIDDLE Fort Worth | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| TEMPLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Fort Worth | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| BILL J ELLIOTT EL Fort Worth | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| LOWERY ROAD Fort Worth | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| THE NEW KEY SCHOOL INC Fort Worth | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| ST RITA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Worth | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| THE OAKRIDGE SCHOOL Arlington | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| ST IGNATIUS COLLEGE PREP Fort Worth | 1.9 mi | — |
| MAUDRIE WALTON EL Fort Worth | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76112 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,179
Median Home Value
$207,100
Median Rent
$1,215/mo
Population
44,379
College Educated
20.8%
Homeownership
49.5%
Avg Commute
24.7 min
Poverty Rate
21.4%
Median Age
32.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Atwood Mcdonald EL
What grades does Atwood Mcdonald EL serve?
Atwood Mcdonald EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Atwood Mcdonald EL?
Atwood Mcdonald EL has an enrollment of approximately 316 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Atwood Mcdonald EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Atwood Mcdonald EL is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Atwood Mcdonald EL rank in TX?
Atwood Mcdonald EL ranks #4,549 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Atwood Mcdonald EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Atwood Mcdonald EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Atwood Mcdonald EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Atwood Mcdonald EL has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Atwood Mcdonald EL a charter school?
No, Atwood Mcdonald EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Atwood Mcdonald EL a Title I school?
No, Atwood Mcdonald EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Atwood Mcdonald EL?
91.5% of students at Atwood Mcdonald EL qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 316
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Tarrant County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.8%
- Phone
- (817) 496-7445
Resources & Links
District
FORT WORTH ISD- District Enrollment
- 71,060
- Schools in District
- 138
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,690
- District Rank
- #35 of 131
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