Below Average
#7532 of 8,552 schools in TX
Cheney Hills EL
Elementary School · BIRDVILLE ISD
3001 DREEBEN DR, Haltom City, TX 76117
Enrollment
684
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
684
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,532 of 8,552
In Haltom City
#11 of 12
public schools
In district
#28 of 30
BIRDVILLE ISD
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Cheney Hills EL
Elementary School in Haltom City · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Cheney Hills EL
Cheney Hills EL is a public elementary school in Haltom City, TX, part of BIRDVILLE ISD. Cheney Hills EL serves approximately 684 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Cheney Hills EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #7,532 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Cheney Hills EL show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 6.4
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Cheney Hills EL — Students at Cheney Hills EL score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.5%
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: 3.4/10.
How Cheney Hills EL Compares
See how Cheney Hills 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
3001 DREEBEN DR, Haltom City, TX 76117
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cheney Hills EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST JOHN THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC (rated 8.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby North Richland Hills), which scores notably higher. Another option is BIRDVILLE EL (rated 6.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ALLIENE MULLENDORE EL (rated 6.3/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Richland Hills), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Haltom City, see our Haltom City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WINFREE ACADEMY NORTH RICHLAND HILLS Carrollton | 0.4 mi | 3.4 |
| SHANNON H S Haltom City | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| BIRDVILLE EL Haltom City | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| ALLIENE MULLENDORE EL Richland Hills | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| ILTEXAS NORTH RICHLAND HILLS MIDDLE N. Richland Hills | 1.5 mi | 3.2 |
| ILTEXAS NORTH RICHLAND HILLS EL N. Richland Hills | 1.5 mi | 2.6 |
| IDEA ACHIEVE COLLEGE PREPARATORY Haltom City | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| IDEA ACHIEVE ACADEMY Haltom City | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| RICHLAND MIDDLE Richland Hills | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| HALTOM MIDDLE Haltom City | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| NORTH RICHLAND MIDDLE North Richland Hills | 2.2 mi | 4.5 |
| O H STOWE EL Haltom City | 2.0 mi | 3.6 |
| SNOW HEIGHTS EL North Richland Hills | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| ST JOHN THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC North Richland Hills | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| JACK C BINION EL Richland Hills | 2.0 mi | 3.8 |
| WEST BIRDVILLE EL Haltom City | 2.2 mi | 4.6 |
| DAVID E SMITH EL Haltom City | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| EAST FORT WORTH MONTESSORI ACADEMY Fort Worth | 2.8 mi | 4.8 |
| RICHLAND H S North Richland Hills | 2.8 mi | 6.7 |
| ILTEXAS WOODHAVEN EL Fort Worth | 2.8 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76117 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,041
Median Home Value
$185,300
Median Rent
$1,205/mo
Population
32,086
College Educated
11.6%
Homeownership
50.3%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
14.8%
Median Age
36
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| ASKEW EL Houston, TX | 4.0 |
| BARBARA JORDAN EL Odessa, TX | 4.0 |
| BARTON EL Irving, TX | 4.0 |
| BEHLAU EL San Antonio, TX | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cheney Hills EL
What grades does Cheney Hills EL serve?
Cheney Hills EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Cheney Hills EL?
Cheney Hills EL has an enrollment of approximately 684 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cheney Hills EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Cheney Hills EL is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cheney Hills EL rank in TX?
Cheney Hills EL ranks #7,532 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Cheney Hills EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Cheney Hills EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Cheney Hills EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cheney Hills EL has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cheney Hills EL a charter school?
No, Cheney Hills EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cheney Hills EL a Title I school?
No, Cheney Hills EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cheney Hills EL?
88.5% of students at Cheney Hills 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
- 684
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Tarrant County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.2%
- Phone
- (817) 547-2300
Resources & Links
District
BIRDVILLE ISD- District Enrollment
- 22,219
- Schools in District
- 30
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,940
- District Rank
- #28 of 30
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