Needs Improvement
#7833 of 8,552 schools in TX
Carter Park EL
Elementary School · FORT WORTH ISD
1204 E BROADUS AVE, Fort Worth, TX 76115
Enrollment
495
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
495
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,833 of 8,552
In Fort Worth
#196 of 235
public schools
In district
#100 of 131
FORT WORTH ISD
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Carter Park 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 Carter Park EL
Carter Park EL is a public elementary school in Fort Worth, TX, part of FORT WORTH ISD. Carter Park EL serves approximately 495 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Carter Park EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #7,833 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Carter Park EL show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.2
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Carter Park EL — Students at Carter Park EL score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.3%
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: 3.6/10.
How Carter Park EL Compares
See how Carter Park 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
1204 E BROADUS AVE, Fort Worth, TX 76115
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carter Park EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TRINITY BASIN PREPARATORY (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WORTH HEIGHTS EL (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TEXAS SCHOOL OF THE ARTS (rated 7.5/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Worth, see our Fort Worth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WORTH HEIGHTS EL Fort Worth | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| CLIFFORD DAVIS EL Ft. Worth | 1.0 mi | 2.3 |
| TRINITY BASIN PREPARATORY Fort Worth | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| O D WYATT H S Fort Worth | 1.1 mi | 3.6 |
| IDEA SOUTHEAST COLLEGE PREPARATORY Fort Worth | 1.3 mi | 2.9 |
| IDEA SOUTHEAST ACADEMY Fort Worth | 1.3 mi | 3.3 |
| RICHARD J WILSON EL Fort Worth | 1.4 mi | 2.8 |
| HUBBARD EL Fort Worth | 1.6 mi | 3.7 |
| MORNINGSIDE MIDDLE Fort Worth | 2.0 mi | 3.0 |
| ROSEMONT MIDDLE Fort Worth | 1.7 mi | 3.5 |
| TARRANT CO COLLEGE SOUTH/FORT WORTH COLLEGIATE H S Fort Worth | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| EDWARD BRISCOE EL Fort Worth | 2.1 mi | 2.7 |
| TEXAS SCHOOL OF THE ARTS Fort Worth | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| MORNINGSIDE EL Fort Worth | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| GEORGE CLARKE EL Fort Worth | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| FOREST OAK MIDDLE Fort Worth | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| MITCHELL BOULEVARD EL Fort Worth | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
| SEMINARY HILLS PARK EL Fort Worth | 2.2 mi | 4.7 |
| GREENBRIAR EL Fort Worth | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
| HARLEAN BEAL EL Fort Worth | 2.3 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,823
Median Home Value
$132,100
Median Rent
$1,177/mo
Population
21,044
College Educated
16.8%
Homeownership
48.6%
Avg Commute
25.6 min
Poverty Rate
23.7%
Median Age
29.5
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| CARVER EL Greenville, TX | 3.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carter Park EL
What grades does Carter Park EL serve?
Carter Park EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Carter Park EL?
Carter Park EL has an enrollment of approximately 495 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carter Park EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Carter Park EL is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carter Park EL rank in TX?
Carter Park EL ranks #7,833 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Carter Park EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Carter Park EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Carter Park EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carter Park EL has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Carter Park EL a charter school?
No, Carter Park EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carter Park EL a Title I school?
No, Carter Park EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carter Park EL?
93.3% of students at Carter Park 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
- 495
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Tarrant County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.1%
- Phone
- (817) 815-8600
Resources & Links
District
FORT WORTH ISD- District Enrollment
- 71,060
- Schools in District
- 138
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,690
- District Rank
- #100 of 131
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