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#5650 of 8,552 schools in TX
David K Sellars EL
Elementary School · FORT WORTH ISD
4200 DORSEY ST, Fort Worth, TX 76119
Enrollment
415
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
415
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,650 of 8,552
In Fort Worth
#115 of 235
public schools
In district
#51 of 131
FORT WORTH ISD
Equity
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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David K Sellars EL
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About David K Sellars EL
David K Sellars EL is a public elementary school in Fort Worth, TX, part of FORT WORTH ISD. David K Sellars EL serves approximately 415 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. David K Sellars EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #5,650 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for David K Sellars EL show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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David K Sellars EL — Students at David K Sellars EL score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.3%
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: 4.9/10.
How David K Sellars EL Compares
See how David K Sellars 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
4200 DORSEY ST, Fort Worth, TX 76119
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering David K Sellars EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CHRISTENE C MOSS EL (rated 7.1/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is A M PATE EL (rated 6.9/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GLEN PARK EL (rated 6.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fort Worth, see our Fort Worth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HARLEAN BEAL EL Fort Worth | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| W M GREEN EL Fort Worth | 1.1 mi | 2.8 |
| GLEN PARK EL Fort Worth | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| TARRANT CO COLLEGE SOUTH/FORT WORTH COLLEGIATE H S Fort Worth | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| FOREST OAK MIDDLE Fort Worth | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| UPLIFT ASCEND Dallas | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| UPLIFT ASCEND MIDDLE Dallas | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
| IDEA SOUTHEAST COLLEGE PREPARATORY Fort Worth | 2.1 mi | 2.9 |
| IDEA SOUTHEAST ACADEMY Fort Worth | 2.1 mi | 3.3 |
| SOUDER EL Everman | 2.3 mi | 4.5 |
| O D WYATT H S Fort Worth | 2.2 mi | 3.6 |
| KENNEDALE J H Kennedale | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
| OAKLAWN EL Fort Worth | 2.6 mi | 2.2 |
| CLIFFORD DAVIS EL Ft. Worth | 2.4 mi | 2.3 |
| CHRISTENE C MOSS EL Fort Worth | 2.8 mi | 7.1 |
| A M PATE EL Fort Worth | 2.9 mi | 6.9 |
| HOMMEL EL Everman | 2.8 mi | 6.2 |
| JAMES F DELANEY EL Kennedale | 2.6 mi | 5.6 |
| CHARLES BAXTER J H Everman | 3.1 mi | 3.9 |
| BISHOP EL Everman | 3.0 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76119 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,537
Median Home Value
$146,100
Median Rent
$1,234/mo
Population
53,062
College Educated
8.2%
Homeownership
54.5%
Avg Commute
27.8 min
Poverty Rate
24.1%
Median Age
31.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about David K Sellars EL
What grades does David K Sellars EL serve?
David K Sellars EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend David K Sellars EL?
David K Sellars EL has an enrollment of approximately 415 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at David K Sellars EL?
The student-teacher ratio at David K Sellars EL is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does David K Sellars EL rank in TX?
David K Sellars EL ranks #5,650 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is David K Sellars EL's MySchoolScout rating?
David K Sellars EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 David K Sellars EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, David K Sellars EL has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is David K Sellars EL a charter school?
No, David K Sellars EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is David K Sellars EL a Title I school?
No, David K Sellars EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for David K Sellars EL?
92.3% of students at David K Sellars 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
- 415
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Tarrant County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.2%
- Phone
- (817) 531-6430
Resources & Links
District
FORT WORTH ISD- District Enrollment
- 71,060
- Schools in District
- 138
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,690
- District Rank
- #51 of 131
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