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Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts EL

Elementary School · FORT WORTH ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS

3901 S HULEN ST, Fort Worth, TX 76109

Charter

Enrollment

238

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Score

6.2

Grades

3rd – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#4,485 of 8,552

In Fort Worth

#83 of 235

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

FORT WORTH ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS

Academic growth

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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6.2/10

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About Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts EL

Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts EL is a public elementary school in Fort Worth, TX, part of FORT WORTH ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS. Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts EL serves approximately 238 students, and covers grades 3rd-6th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,485 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts EL show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with TX schools
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts EL 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.19 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency76% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-2.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+21.7 pts
Overall Proficiency59% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)73% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-14.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment2.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,640

Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts EL — Students at Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts EL score 58% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 73%).

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Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 72.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 84.6% (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
97.5%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
99.5%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2014
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2015
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2016
Math
95%
ELA
96%
2017
Math
61%
ELA
80%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
70%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
70%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
50.9%
ELA
68.1%
2024
Math
41%
ELA
76%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts EL Compares

See how Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
48th percentile in TX
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

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

3901 S HULEN ST, Fort Worth, TX 76109

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OVERTON PARK EL (rated 9.4/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TANGLEWOOD EL (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, COMO EL (rated 7.3/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Worth, see our Fort Worth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
FORT WORTH ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS Fort Worth 0.0 mi 7.3
OVERTON PARK EL Fort Worth 0.2 mi 9.4
FORT WORTH COUNTRY DAY Fort Worth 0.8 mi 6.0
WEDGWOOD 6TH GR SCH Fort Worth 1.1 mi 2.8
TANGLEWOOD EL Fort Worth 1.1 mi 8.9
WEDGWOOD ACADEMY Fort Worth 1.2 mi 6.8
WESTCLIFF EL Fort Worth 1.2 mi 6.2
MCLEAN MIDDLE Fort Worth 1.6 mi 6.3
BRUCE SHULKEY EL Fort Worth 1.9 mi 4.1
MCLEAN 6TH GRADE Fort Worth 1.7 mi 7.0
ST ANDREW CATHOLIC Fort Worth 1.8 mi 6.2
MISS ENDY'S CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Worth 2.2 mi
COMO EL Fort Worth 2.3 mi 7.3
HILL SCHOOL OF FORT WORTH Fort Worth 2.1 mi 7.8
RIVERTREE ACADEMY Fort Worth 2.3 mi 6.5
WEDGWOOD MIDDLE Fort Worth 2.3 mi 2.5
SOUTH HILLS EL Fort Worth 2.1 mi 4.3
SUCCESS H S Fort Worth 2.3 mi 4.1
ALICE CARLSON APPLIED LRN CTR Fort Worth 2.2 mi 6.9
ALICE D CONTRERAS Fort Worth 2.1 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 76109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$104,301

Median Home Value

$599,400

Median Rent

$1,700/mo

Population

26,000

College Educated

71.8%

Homeownership

52%

Avg Commute

20.4 min

Poverty Rate

11.5%

Median Age

32.4

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BLESSED SACRAMENT CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Antonio, TX 6.2
COUPLAND EL Coupland, TX 6.2
CROWLEY MONTESSORI ACADEMY Fort Worth, TX 6.2
FAIRVIEW EL Sherman, TX 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts EL

What grades does Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts EL serve?

Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts EL serves students in grades 3rd through 6th.

How many students attend Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts EL?

Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts EL has an enrollment of approximately 238 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts EL is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts EL rank in TX?

Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts EL ranks #4,485 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts EL has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts EL a charter school?

Yes, Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts EL is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts EL a Title I school?

No, Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts EL is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
48 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
22 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 6th
Enrollment
238
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Tarrant County

District

FORT WORTH ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS
District Enrollment
654
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,640
District Rank
#2 of 2

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