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Fossil Hill Middle

Middle School · KELLER ISD

3821 STAGHORN CIR S, Fort Worth, TX 76137

Enrollment

826

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

5.8

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,196 of 8,552

In Fort Worth

#108 of 235

public schools

In district

#34 of 41

KELLER ISD

School environment

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Fossil Hill Middle

5.8/10

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

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About Fossil Hill Middle

Fossil Hill Middle is a public middle school in Fort Worth, TX, part of KELLER ISD. Fossil Hill Middle serves approximately 826 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Fossil Hill Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #5,196 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Fossil Hill Middle show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 7.5
  • TX avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.3Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.24 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.9Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-10.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-0.3 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-3.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile42th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,925
Chronic Absenteeism20.5%

Fossil Hill Middle — Students at Fossil Hill Middle score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

64.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 63.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 71.0% (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
89%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
91%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
89%
2014
Math
78%
ELA
86%
2015
Math
81%
ELA
83%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
86%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
55%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
55%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
43%
2022
Math
30.7%
ELA
46.3%
2024
Math
33%
ELA
54%

* 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: 4.3/10.

How Fossil Hill Middle Compares

See how Fossil Hill Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
39th percentile in TX
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
65%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
74 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.5%

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

3821 STAGHORN CIR S, Fort Worth, TX 76137

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fossil Hill Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. VISTA RIDGE MIDDLE (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HILLWOOD MIDDLE (rated 7.2/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PARKWOOD HILL INT (rated 6.5/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fort Worth, see our Fort Worth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
NORTH RIVERSIDE EL Fort Worth 0.4 mi 5.5
KELLER COLLEGIATE ACADEMY Fort Worth 0.6 mi 4.6
KELLER EARLY LEARNING CENTER - SOUTH Fort Worth 0.7 mi 4.9
PARKVIEW EL Fort Worth 0.9 mi 6.8
BASSWOOD EL Fort Worth 0.8 mi 6.4
HERITAGE EL Keller 0.9 mi 4.9
FOSSIL RIDGE H S Keller 1.1 mi 6.0
VISTA RIDGE MIDDLE Fort Worth 1.1 mi 7.3
BLUEBONNET EL Fort Worth 1.4 mi 6.8
PARK GLEN EL Fort Worth 1.5 mi 8.3
JOHN D SPICER EL Haltom City 1.8 mi 6.9
LONE STAR EL Keller 1.9 mi 7.8
SUNSET VALLEY EL Fort Worth 1.8 mi 8.2
BETTE PEROT EL Keller 2.2 mi 8.2
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF PARKWOOD HILL Fort Worth 2.1 mi
HALTOM H S Haltom City 2.4 mi 5.7
PARKWOOD HILL INT Fort Worth 2.2 mi 6.5
GREAT HEARTS PRAIRIE VIEW Fort Worth 2.2 mi 4.3
FRIENDSHIP EL Keller 2.4 mi 6.4
HILLWOOD MIDDLE Fort Worth 2.3 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 76137 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,886

Median Home Value

$283,100

Median Rent

$1,632/mo

Population

59,384

College Educated

32.7%

Homeownership

58.6%

Avg Commute

27.2 min

Poverty Rate

7.4%

Median Age

34.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fossil Hill Middle

What grades does Fossil Hill Middle serve?

Fossil Hill Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Fossil Hill Middle?

Fossil Hill Middle has an enrollment of approximately 826 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fossil Hill Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Fossil Hill Middle is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Fossil Hill Middle rank in TX?

Fossil Hill Middle ranks #5,196 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Fossil Hill Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Fossil Hill Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Fossil Hill Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Fossil Hill Middle has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Fossil Hill Middle a charter school?

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

Is Fossil Hill Middle a Title I school?

No, Fossil Hill Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fossil Hill Middle?

64.8% of students at Fossil Hill 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
30 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
20 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
826
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
74
Free/Reduced Lunch
64.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Tarrant County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.5%

District

KELLER ISD
District Enrollment
33,250
Schools in District
42
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,925
District Rank
#34 of 41

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