Needs Improvement
#7653 of 8,552 schools in TX
Jean Mcclung Middle
Middle School · FORT WORTH ISD
3000 FOREST AVE, Fort Worth, TX 76112
Enrollment
578
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
3.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
578
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
3.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,653 of 8,552
In Fort Worth
#188 of 235
public schools
In district
#92 of 131
FORT WORTH ISD
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Jean Mcclung Middle
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About Jean Mcclung Middle
Jean Mcclung Middle is a public middle school in Fort Worth, TX, part of FORT WORTH ISD. Jean Mcclung Middle serves approximately 578 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Jean Mcclung Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,653 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Jean Mcclung Middle show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.2
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
57% of students at Jean Mcclung 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
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Jean Mcclung Middle — Students at Jean Mcclung Middle score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 26 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.7/10.
How Jean Mcclung Middle Compares
See how Jean Mcclung Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3000 FOREST AVE, Fort Worth, TX 76112
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jean Mcclung Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ILTEXAS WOODHAVEN MIDDLE (rated 5.5/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, J MARTIN JACQUET MIDDLE (rated 4.3/10, 1.5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| WEST HANDLEY EL Fort Worth | 0.5 mi | 4.2 |
| NEWMAN INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY AT FORT WORTH Arlington | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| EAST HANDLEY EL Fort Worth | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| ST RITA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Worth | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| EASTERN HILLS EL Fort Worth | 1.0 mi | 3.4 |
| MAUDRIE WALTON EL Fort Worth | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| EASTERN HILLS H S Fort Worth | 1.1 mi | 3.6 |
| DUNBAR H S Fort Worth | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| ATWOOD MCDONALD EL Fort Worth | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| J MARTIN JACQUET MIDDLE Fort Worth | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| YOUNG MEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Fort Worth | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| MAUDE I LOGAN EL Fort Worth | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| THE OAKRIDGE SCHOOL Arlington | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| SUNRISE - MCMILLAN EL Fort Worth | 1.9 mi | 5.0 |
| METRO OPPORTUNITY Fort Worth | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| ILTEXAS WOODHAVEN EL Fort Worth | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| ILTEXAS WOODHAVEN MIDDLE Fort Worth | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| SAGAMORE HILL EL Fort Worth | 2.1 mi | 3.8 |
| JOHN T WHITE EL Fort Worth | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| BILL J ELLIOTT EL Fort Worth | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76112 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,179
Median Home Value
$207,100
Median Rent
$1,215/mo
Population
44,379
College Educated
20.8%
Homeownership
49.5%
Avg Commute
24.7 min
Poverty Rate
21.4%
Median Age
32.5
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| BROWN MIDDLE Forney, TX | 3.9 |
| CHARLES BAXTER J H Everman, TX | 3.9 |
| CLACK MIDDLE Abilene, TX | 3.9 |
| CONNALLY J H Elm Mott, TX | 3.9 |
| KEMP J H Kemp, TX | 3.9 |
| KLENTZMAN INT Houston, TX | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jean Mcclung Middle
What grades does Jean Mcclung Middle serve?
Jean Mcclung Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Jean Mcclung Middle?
Jean Mcclung Middle has an enrollment of approximately 578 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jean Mcclung Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Jean Mcclung Middle is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jean Mcclung Middle rank in TX?
Jean Mcclung Middle ranks #7,653 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Jean Mcclung Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Jean Mcclung Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Jean Mcclung Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jean Mcclung Middle has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
Is Jean Mcclung Middle a charter school?
No, Jean Mcclung Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jean Mcclung Middle a Title I school?
No, Jean Mcclung Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jean Mcclung Middle?
87.5% of students at Jean Mcclung 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 578
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Tarrant County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.9%
- Phone
- (817) 815-5300
Resources & Links
District
FORT WORTH ISD- District Enrollment
- 71,060
- Schools in District
- 138
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,690
- District Rank
- #92 of 131
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