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Elkins EL

Elementary School · EAGLE MT-SAGINAW ISD

7250 ELKINS SCHOOL RD, Fort Worth, TX 76179

Enrollment

653

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,333 of 8,552

In Fort Worth

#109 of 235

public schools

In district

#16 of 29

EAGLE MT-SAGINAW ISD

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Elkins EL

5.7/10

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

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About Elkins EL

Elkins EL is a public elementary school in Fort Worth, TX, part of EAGLE MT-SAGINAW ISD. Elkins EL serves approximately 653 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Elkins EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #5,333 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Elkins EL show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.84 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-5.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.3 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-5.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment5.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,593
Chronic Absenteeism14.7%

Elkins EL — Students at Elkins EL score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

59.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 61.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 69.4% (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
87%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
88%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
61%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
83%
ELA
85%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
85%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
30%
ELA
39%
2021*
Math
30%
ELA
39%
2022
Math
32.2%
ELA
56.7%
2024
Math
38%
ELA
48%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How Elkins EL Compares

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

Overall Score
5.7/10
38th percentile in TX
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
5.6/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
60%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.7%

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

7250 ELKINS SCHOOL RD, Fort Worth, TX 76179

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Elkins EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAKE COUNTRY EL (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DOZIER EL (rated 7.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ILTEXAS SAGINAW EL (rated 6.5/10, 1.1 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 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
ELMER C WATSON H S Fort Worth 0.2 mi 7.0
ALTER DISCIPLINE CAMPUS Fort Worth 0.2 mi 4.8
CREEKVIEW MIDDLE Fort Worth 0.5 mi 7.6
BOSWELL H S Fort Worth 1.0 mi 6.5
PARKVIEW EL Fort Worth 1.1 mi 4.2
DOZIER EL Fort Worth 1.0 mi 7.0
ILTEXAS SAGINAW MIDDLE Saginaw 1.1 mi 6.2
ILTEXAS SAGINAW EL Saginaw 1.1 mi 6.5
BRYSON EL Fort Worth 1.2 mi 4.3
LAKE POINTE EL Fort Worth 1.4 mi 5.9
WILLOW CREEK EL Saginaw 1.3 mi 6.4
WAYSIDE MIDDLE Fort Worth 1.4 mi 6.3
ED WILLKIE MIDDLE Fort Worth 1.6 mi 5.4
LAKE COUNTRY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fort Worth 1.6 mi 6.4
LAKE COUNTRY EL Fort Worth 1.6 mi 7.8
MARINE CREEK MIDDLE Fort Worth 1.9 mi 6.8
GREENFIELD EL Fort Worth 2.1 mi 5.3
REMINGTON POINT EL Fort Worth 2.0 mi 6.0
CHISHOLM TRAIL H S Fort Worth 2.2 mi 5.9
WELDON HAFLEY DEVELOPMENT CTR Saginaw 2.1 mi 3.9

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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BAY EL Seabrook, TX 5.7
BONHAM EL Midland, TX 5.7
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Elkins EL

What grades does Elkins EL serve?

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

How many students attend Elkins EL?

Elkins EL has an enrollment of approximately 653 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Elkins EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Elkins EL is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Elkins EL rank in TX?

Elkins EL ranks #5,333 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Elkins EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Elkins EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Elkins EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Elkins EL has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Elkins EL a charter school?

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

Is Elkins EL a Title I school?

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

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

59.7% of students at Elkins 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
5 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
653
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
59.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Tarrant County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.7%

District

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

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