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#4120 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 48% in state

Berkshire EL

Elementary School · NORTHWEST ISD

10301 BERKSHIRE LAKE BLVD, Fort Worth, TX 76131

Enrollment

738

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#4,120 of 8,552

In Fort Worth

#71 of 235

public schools

In district

#17 of 31

NORTHWEST ISD

Academic growth

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Berkshire EL

6.5/10

Elementary School in Fort Worth · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Berkshire EL

Berkshire EL is a public elementary school in Fort Worth, TX, part of NORTHWEST ISD. Berkshire EL serves approximately 738 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Berkshire EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,120 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Berkshire EL show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Berkshire 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data2
Annual Change-2.88 pts/yr
Data Period2022–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.3Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-8.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.3 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-18.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
Resources & Environment6.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,236
Chronic Absenteeism12.6%

Berkshire EL — Students at Berkshire EL score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

36%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 37.3% (multi-year average, 2022-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 48.5% (multi-year average, 2022-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2022
Math
39.5%
ELA
52%
2024
Math
35%
ELA
45%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.1/10.

How Berkshire EL Compares

See how Berkshire EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
52th percentile in TX
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
8.1/10
Excellent
Environment
6.0/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
36%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
50 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

10301 BERKSHIRE LAKE BLVD, Fort Worth, TX 76131

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Berkshire EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LIZZIE CURTIS EL (rated 8.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is COPPER CREEK EL (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CARL E SCHLUTER EL (rated 7.6/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Haslet), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Worth, see our Fort Worth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
ILTEXAS KELLER SAGINAW H S Fort Worth 0.2 mi 4.8
SONNY & ALLEGRA NANCE EL Fort Worth 0.9 mi 7.0
LIZZIE CURTIS EL Fort Worth 1.0 mi 8.0
COPPER CREEK EL Fort Worth 1.5 mi 7.6
O A PETERSON Fort Worth 1.7 mi 5.0
COMANCHE SPRINGS EL Fort Worth 2.1 mi 4.8
PRAIRIE VISTA Fort Worth 2.2 mi 4.9
ILTEXAS KELLER MIDDLE Fort Worth 1.9 mi 5.0
ILTEXAS KELLER EL Fort Worth 1.9 mi 6.0
LEO ADAMS MIDDLE Haslet 2.1 mi 7.8
CHISHOLM RIDGE Fort Worth 2.3 mi 4.3
GREAT HEARTS PRAIRIE VIEW Fort Worth 2.2 mi 4.3
CARL E SCHLUTER EL Haslet 2.1 mi 7.6
HIGH COUNTRY EL Fort Worth 2.6 mi 4.4
V R EATON H S Fort Worth 2.3 mi 6.1
HIGHLAND MIDDLE Fort Worth 2.6 mi 6.1
ALLIANCE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Worth 2.4 mi 6.7
CW WORTHINGTON MIDDLE Fort Worth 2.7 mi 4.9
HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Haslet 2.7 mi 5.6
HASLET EL Haslet 2.8 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 76131 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$104,301

Median Home Value

$316,000

Median Rent

$1,780/mo

Population

53,194

College Educated

35.3%

Homeownership

74%

Avg Commute

29.2 min

Poverty Rate

4.8%

Median Age

34.1

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AUSTIN EL Conroe, TX 6.5
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Berkshire EL

What grades does Berkshire EL serve?

Berkshire EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Berkshire EL?

Berkshire EL has an enrollment of approximately 738 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Berkshire EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Berkshire EL is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Berkshire EL rank in TX?

Berkshire EL ranks #4,120 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Berkshire EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Berkshire EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Berkshire EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Berkshire EL has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).

Is Berkshire EL a charter school?

No, Berkshire EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Berkshire EL a Title I school?

No, Berkshire EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Berkshire EL?

36.0% of students at Berkshire 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
738
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
50
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Tarrant County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.6%

District

NORTHWEST ISD
District Enrollment
30,736
Schools in District
34
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,236
District Rank
#17 of 31

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