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Ed Willkie Middle

Middle School · EAGLE MT-SAGINAW ISD

6129 TEXAS SHINER RD, Fort Worth, TX 76179

Enrollment

762

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

5.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,798 of 8,552

In Fort Worth

#118 of 235

public schools

In district

#17 of 29

EAGLE MT-SAGINAW ISD

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Ed Willkie Middle

5.4/10

Middle School in Fort Worth · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Ed Willkie Middle

Ed Willkie Middle is a public middle school in Fort Worth, TX, part of EAGLE MT-SAGINAW ISD. Ed Willkie Middle serves approximately 762 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Ed Willkie Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #5,798 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Ed Willkie Middle show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • TX avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.8 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-5.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.3 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-6.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,593
Chronic Absenteeism21%

Ed Willkie Middle — Students at Ed Willkie Middle score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

54.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 61.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 68.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
82%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
91%
2012
Math
78%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
75%
ELA
81%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
80%
ELA
81%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
51%
ELA
48%
2019
Math
51%
ELA
48%
2020*
Math
35%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
35%
ELA
43%
2022
Math
35.5%
ELA
55.4%
2024
Math
38%
ELA
50%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Ed Willkie Middle Compares

See how Ed Willkie Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
32th percentile in TX
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
55%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
49 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.0%

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

6129 TEXAS SHINER RD, Fort Worth, TX 76179

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ed Willkie Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CREEKVIEW MIDDLE (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MARINE CREEK MIDDLE (rated 6.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ILTEXAS SAGINAW MIDDLE (rated 6.2/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Saginaw), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fort Worth, see our Fort Worth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
GREENFIELD EL Fort Worth 0.6 mi 5.3
DOZIER EL Fort Worth 0.7 mi 7.0
PARKVIEW EL Fort Worth 0.8 mi 4.2
CREEKVIEW MIDDLE Fort Worth 1.1 mi 7.6
ELMER C WATSON H S Fort Worth 1.3 mi 7.0
ALTER DISCIPLINE CAMPUS Fort Worth 1.3 mi 4.8
MARINE CREEK LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Fort Worth 1.4 mi 3.1
ELKINS EL Fort Worth 1.6 mi 5.7
CHISHOLM TRAIL H S Fort Worth 1.4 mi 5.9
LAKE WORTH H S Lake Worth 1.7 mi 4.7
MARINE CREEK MIDDLE Fort Worth 1.5 mi 6.8
MARINE CREEK COLLEGIATE H S Fort Worth 1.6 mi 7.0
WILLOW CREEK EL Saginaw 2.0 mi 6.4
REMINGTON POINT EL Fort Worth 1.9 mi 6.0
ILTEXAS SAGINAW MIDDLE Saginaw 2.1 mi 6.2
ILTEXAS SAGINAW EL Saginaw 2.1 mi 6.5
BOSWELL H S Fort Worth 2.4 mi 6.5
MARILYN MILLER LANGUAGE ACADEMY Fort Worth 2.4 mi 2.9
LAKE COUNTRY EL Fort Worth 2.5 mi 7.8
LUCYLE COLLINS MIDDLE Fort Worth 2.5 mi 2.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 76179 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$108,428

Median Home Value

$299,300

Median Rent

$1,840/mo

Population

76,468

College Educated

31%

Homeownership

78.4%

Avg Commute

29.8 min

Poverty Rate

5.8%

Median Age

34.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ed Willkie Middle

What grades does Ed Willkie Middle serve?

Ed Willkie Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Ed Willkie Middle?

Ed Willkie Middle has an enrollment of approximately 762 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ed Willkie Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Ed Willkie Middle is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ed Willkie Middle rank in TX?

Ed Willkie Middle ranks #5,798 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Ed Willkie Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Ed Willkie Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Ed Willkie Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ed Willkie Middle has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Ed Willkie Middle a charter school?

No, Ed Willkie Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ed Willkie Middle a Title I school?

No, Ed Willkie Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ed Willkie Middle?

54.6% of students at Ed Willkie Middle 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
8 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
762
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
49
Free/Reduced Lunch
54.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Tarrant County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.0%

District

EAGLE MT-SAGINAW ISD
District Enrollment
23,462
Schools in District
31
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,593
District Rank
#17 of 29

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