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Holiday Heights EL

Elementary School · BIRDVILLE ISD

5221 SUSAN LEE LN, North Richland Hills, TX 76180

Enrollment

477

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,623 of 8,552

In North Richland Hills

#12 of 13

public schools

In district

#24 of 30

BIRDVILLE ISD

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Holiday Heights EL

5.5/10

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

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About Holiday Heights EL

Holiday Heights EL is a public elementary school in North Richland Hills, TX, part of BIRDVILLE ISD. Holiday Heights EL serves approximately 477 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Holiday Heights EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #5,623 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Holiday Heights EL show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.95 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-1.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.3 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-1.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
Resources & Environment4.5Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,940
Chronic Absenteeism22.2%

Holiday Heights EL — Students at Holiday Heights EL score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

65.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 65.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 67.5% (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
90%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
86%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
83%
ELA
85%
2015
Math
78%
ELA
80%
2016
Math
83%
ELA
76%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
48%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
48%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
44.7%
ELA
56.7%
2024
Math
42%
ELA
47%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How Holiday Heights EL Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
34th percentile in TX
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
4.5/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
65%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.2%

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

5221 SUSAN LEE LN, North Richland Hills, TX 76180

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Holiday Heights EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SMITHFIELD EL (rated 8.7/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOHN THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC (rated 8.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HURST HILLS EL (rated 8.0/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Hurst), which scores notably higher. For more schools in North Richland Hills, see our North Richland Hills schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
RICHLAND H S North Richland Hills 0.6 mi 6.7
FORT WORTH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL North Richland Hills 1.0 mi 6.2
ACADEMY AT CARRIE F THOMAS North Richland Hills 0.9 mi 6.9
SNOW HEIGHTS EL North Richland Hills 1.0 mi 6.0
NORTH RICHLAND MIDDLE North Richland Hills 1.1 mi 4.5
ST JOHN THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC North Richland Hills 1.3 mi 8.3
JACK C BINION EL Richland Hills 1.3 mi 3.8
NORTH PARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Worth 1.5 mi
ILTEXAS NORTH RICHLAND HILLS MIDDLE N. Richland Hills 1.7 mi 3.2
ILTEXAS NORTH RICHLAND HILLS EL N. Richland Hills 1.7 mi 2.6
WALKER CREEK EL North Richland Hills 1.6 mi 7.6
GRAPEVINE-COLLEYVILLE COLLEGIATE ACADEMY AT TCC NE Hurst 1.6 mi 7.4
SMITHFIELD MIDDLE North Richland Hills 1.9 mi 8.8
SMITHFIELD EL North Richland Hills 2.0 mi 8.7
RICHLAND MIDDLE Richland Hills 2.2 mi 6.7
DONNA PARK Hurst 2.0 mi 6.3
BIRDVILLE H S North Richland Hills 2.1 mi 6.9
WATAUGA MIDDLE Watauga 2.1 mi 7.2
HURST HILLS EL Hurst 2.2 mi 8.0
FOSTER VILLAGE EL North Richland Hills 2.4 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 76180 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,688

Median Home Value

$286,700

Median Rent

$1,553/mo

Population

37,900

College Educated

33%

Homeownership

49%

Avg Commute

26.7 min

Poverty Rate

6.9%

Median Age

37.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Holiday Heights EL

What grades does Holiday Heights EL serve?

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

How many students attend Holiday Heights EL?

Holiday Heights EL has an enrollment of approximately 477 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Holiday Heights EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Holiday Heights EL is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Holiday Heights EL rank in TX?

Holiday Heights EL ranks #5,623 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Holiday Heights EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Holiday Heights EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Holiday Heights EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Holiday Heights EL has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Holiday Heights EL a charter school?

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

Is Holiday Heights EL a Title I school?

No, Holiday Heights EL is not currently a Title I school.

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

65.2% of students at Holiday Heights 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
42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
477
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
65.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Tarrant County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.2%

District

BIRDVILLE ISD
District Enrollment
22,219
Schools in District
30
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,940
District Rank
#24 of 30

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