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Forest Oak Middle

Middle School · FORT WORTH ISD

3221 PECOS ST, Fort Worth, TX 76119

Charter

Enrollment

1,081

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

6.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#3,762 of 8,552

In Fort Worth

#60 of 235

public schools

In district

#22 of 131

FORT WORTH ISD

Academic growth

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Forest Oak Middle

6.7/10

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

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About Forest Oak Middle

Forest Oak Middle is a public middle school in Fort Worth, TX, part of FORT WORTH ISD. Forest Oak Middle serves approximately 1,081 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Forest Oak Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,762 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Forest Oak Middle show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.5 pts above district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 4.2
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Forest Oak Middle is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

35% of students at Forest Oak Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.98 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.1Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-10.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.3 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-0.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile33th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,690
Chronic Absenteeism34.6%

Forest Oak Middle — Students at Forest Oak Middle score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

95%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 41.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 48.8% (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
58%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
56%
ELA
74%
2011
Math
58%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
51%
ELA
59%
2014
Math
46%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
56%
2016
Math
50%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
29%
2018
Math
31%
ELA
30%
2019
Math
31%
ELA
30%
2020*
Math
16%
ELA
29%
2021*
Math
16%
ELA
29%
2022
Math
31.8%
ELA
38.1%
2024
Math
33%
ELA
35%

* 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: 7.9/10.

How Forest Oak Middle Compares

See how Forest Oak Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
56th percentile in TX
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
95%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
85 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.6%

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

3221 PECOS ST, Fort Worth, TX 76119

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Forest Oak Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. UPLIFT MIGHTY MIDDLE (rated 4.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Dallas), a more accessible option. Additionally, IDEA SOUTHEAST COLLEGE PREPARATORY (rated 2.9/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Fort Worth, see our Fort Worth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
GLEN PARK EL Fort Worth 0.4 mi 6.5
IDEA SOUTHEAST COLLEGE PREPARATORY Fort Worth 0.7 mi 2.9
IDEA SOUTHEAST ACADEMY Fort Worth 0.7 mi 3.3
HARLEAN BEAL EL Fort Worth 0.8 mi 4.7
OAKLAWN EL Fort Worth 1.0 mi 2.2
O D WYATT H S Fort Worth 1.0 mi 3.6
CLIFFORD DAVIS EL Ft. Worth 1.1 mi 2.3
TARRANT CO COLLEGE SOUTH/FORT WORTH COLLEGIATE H S Fort Worth 1.3 mi 7.7
UPLIFT MIGHTY SCHOOL Dallas 1.4 mi 3.9
UPLIFT MIGHTY MIDDLE Dallas 1.4 mi 4.4
UPLIFT MIGHTY H S Dallas 1.4 mi 6.9
MITCHELL BOULEVARD EL Fort Worth 1.5 mi 6.4
CHRISTENE C MOSS EL Fort Worth 1.5 mi 7.1
ROCKETSHIP DENNIS DUNKINS EL Fort Worth 1.7 mi 4.9
W M GREEN EL Fort Worth 1.6 mi 2.8
DAVID K SELLARS EL Fort Worth 1.7 mi 5.5
T A SIMS EL Fort Worth 2.1 mi 4.2
A M PATE EL Fort Worth 2.0 mi 6.9
MCRAE EL Fort Worth 2.4 mi 3.2
CARTER PARK EL Fort Worth 2.1 mi 3.7

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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School Rating
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CUNNINGHAM MIDDLE Houston, TX 6.7
GEORGE WAGNER MIDDLE Georgetown, TX 6.7
GUNN J H Arlington, TX 6.7
HUTTO MIDDLE Hutto, TX 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Forest Oak Middle

What grades does Forest Oak Middle serve?

Forest Oak Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Forest Oak Middle?

Forest Oak Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,081 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Forest Oak Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Forest Oak Middle is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Forest Oak Middle rank in TX?

Forest Oak Middle ranks #3,762 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Forest Oak Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Forest Oak Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Forest Oak Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Forest Oak Middle has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Forest Oak Middle a charter school?

Yes, Forest Oak Middle is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Forest Oak Middle a Title I school?

No, Forest Oak Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Forest Oak Middle?

95.0% of students at Forest Oak 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
60 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,081
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
85
Free/Reduced Lunch
95.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Tarrant County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.6%

District

FORT WORTH ISD
District Enrollment
71,060
Schools in District
138
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,690
District Rank
#22 of 131

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