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#6520 of 8,552 schools in TX

Int'l Newcomer Acad

Middle School · FORT WORTH ISD

3813 VALENTINE ST, Fort Worth, TX 76107

Enrollment

498

Student-Teacher

21.7:1

Score

4.9

Grades

6th – 9th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#6,520 of 8,552

In Fort Worth

#137 of 235

public schools

In district

#63 of 131

FORT WORTH ISD

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Int'l Newcomer Acad

4.9/10

Middle School in Fort Worth · grades 6th – 9th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Int'l Newcomer Acad

Int'l Newcomer Acad is a public middle school in Fort Worth, TX, part of FORT WORTH ISD. Int'l Newcomer Acad serves approximately 498 students, and covers grades 6th-9th, and has a 21.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Int'l Newcomer Acad has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #6,520 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Int'l Newcomer Acad show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 4% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.2
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Int'l Newcomer Acad sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Int'l Newcomer Acad runs 21.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.69 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics1.2Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency0% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency0% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-43.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-54.3 pts
Overall Proficiency0% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-36.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile0th
Resources & Environment2.5Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio21.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,690
Chronic Absenteeism18.1%

Int'l Newcomer Acad — Students at Int'l Newcomer Acad score 0% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 14.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 3.7% (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

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
7.5%
ELA
10%
2010
Math
12%
ELA
5%
2011
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
0.5%
2013
Math
32%
ELA
4%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
4%
2015
Math
34%
ELA
9%
2016
Math
33%
ELA
5%
2017
Math
9%
ELA
2%
2018
Math
14%
ELA
2%
2019
Math
14%
ELA
2%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2024

* 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: 9.6/10.

How Int'l Newcomer Acad Compares

See how Int'l Newcomer Acad performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.9/10
24th percentile in TX
Academic
1.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
2.5/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
90%
Teaching Staff
22:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.1%

Location

3813 VALENTINE ST, Fort Worth, TX 76107

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Int'l Newcomer Acad may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. NORTH HI MOUNT EL (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALICE CARLSON APPLIED LRN CTR (rated 6.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BOULEVARD HEIGHTS (rated 6.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Worth, see our Fort Worth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
SOUTH HI MOUNT EL Fort Worth 0.4 mi 6.2
STRIPLING MIDDLE Fort Worth 0.6 mi 6.1
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS H S Fort Worth 0.7 mi 4.3
MONTESSORI SCHOOL ON CAMP BOWIE Fort Worth 0.9 mi
TARRANT CO J J A E P Arlington 1.0 mi 3.2
TARRANT COUNTY J J A E P Burleson 1.0 mi
TARRANT CO J J A E P Fort Worth 1.0 mi
TARRANT CO J J A E P Crowley 1.0 mi
TARRANT CO J J A E P Fort Worth 1.0 mi
TARRANT COUNTY JJAEP SCHOOL Fort Worth 1.0 mi
JUVENILE JUSTICE ALTERNATIVE ED PROGRAM Fort Worth 1.0 mi
TARRANT CO J J A E P Grapevine 1.0 mi
TARRANT CO J J A E P Keller 1.0 mi
TARRANT CO J J A E P Mansfield 1.0 mi
TARRANT CO J J A E P White Settlement 1.0 mi
NORTH HI MOUNT EL Fort Worth 1.3 mi 7.4
ALICE CARLSON APPLIED LRN CTR Fort Worth 1.4 mi 6.9
UNIVERSITY CHRISTIAN CHURCH WEEKDAY SCHOOL Fort Worth 1.5 mi
BOULEVARD HEIGHTS Fort Worth 1.4 mi 6.6
TRANSITION CTR Fort Worth 1.4 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 76107 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,473

Median Home Value

$431,300

Median Rent

$1,501/mo

Population

31,112

College Educated

55.4%

Homeownership

44.2%

Avg Commute

21.1 min

Poverty Rate

11.1%

Median Age

37.5

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BORGER INT Borger, TX 4.9
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FLEMING MIDDLE Houston, TX 4.9
GUS GARCIA MIDDLE San Antonio, TX 4.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Int'l Newcomer Acad

What grades does Int'l Newcomer Acad serve?

Int'l Newcomer Acad serves students in grades 6th through 9th.

How many students attend Int'l Newcomer Acad?

Int'l Newcomer Acad has an enrollment of approximately 498 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Int'l Newcomer Acad?

The student-teacher ratio at Int'l Newcomer Acad is 21.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Int'l Newcomer Acad rank in TX?

Int'l Newcomer Acad ranks #6,520 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Int'l Newcomer Acad's MySchoolScout rating?

Int'l Newcomer Acad has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Int'l Newcomer Acad?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Int'l Newcomer Acad has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 4% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Int'l Newcomer Acad a charter school?

No, Int'l Newcomer Acad is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Int'l Newcomer Acad a Title I school?

No, Int'l Newcomer Acad is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Int'l Newcomer Acad?

90.4% of students at Int'l Newcomer Acad 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
68 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 9th
Enrollment
498
Student-Teacher Ratio
21.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.4%
Type
alternative
Setting
Large City
County
Tarrant County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.1%

District

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

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