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#4552 of 8,552 schools in TX
John T White EL
Elementary School · FORT WORTH ISD
7300 JOHN T WHITE RD, Fort Worth, TX 76120
Enrollment
411
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
411
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,552 of 8,552
In Fort Worth
#90 of 235
public schools
In district
#38 of 131
FORT WORTH ISD
Academic growth
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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About John T White EL
John T White EL is a public elementary school in Fort Worth, TX, part of FORT WORTH ISD. John T White EL serves approximately 411 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. John T White EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,552 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for John T White EL show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at John T White EL 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.
John T White 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.
44% of students at John T White EL 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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John T White EL — Students at John T White EL score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.6%
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: 7.9/10.
How John T White EL Compares
See how John T White EL 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
7300 JOHN T WHITE RD, Fort Worth, TX 76120
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John T White EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. UPLIFT CRESCENDO PREPARATORY PRI (rated 8.0/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Dallas), which scores notably higher. Another option is RIVER TRAILS EL (rated 7.5/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NEWMAN INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY AT FORT WORTH (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Arlington), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Worth, see our Fort Worth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LOWERY ROAD Fort Worth | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| UPLIFT CRESCENDO PREPARATORY PRI Dallas | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| THE NEW KEY SCHOOL INC Fort Worth | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| CHRISTIAN COTTAGE PREP Fort Worth | 1.0 mi | — |
| ATWOOD MCDONALD EL Fort Worth | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| TEMPLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Fort Worth | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| NEWMAN INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY AT FORT WORTH Arlington | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| EAST HANDLEY EL Fort Worth | 1.7 mi | 4.1 |
| METRO OPPORTUNITY Fort Worth | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| ST IGNATIUS COLLEGE PREP Fort Worth | 1.8 mi | — |
| BILL J ELLIOTT EL Fort Worth | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| ILTEXAS WOODHAVEN EL Fort Worth | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| ILTEXAS WOODHAVEN MIDDLE Fort Worth | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| IGNITE COMMUNITY SCHOOL-FORT WORTH Lewisville | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| RIVER TRAILS EL Fort Worth | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
| TRINITY LAKES EL Fort Worth | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| EASTERN HILLS EL Fort Worth | 2.2 mi | 3.4 |
| JEAN MCCLUNG MIDDLE Fort Worth | 2.4 mi | 3.9 |
| WEST HANDLEY EL Fort Worth | 2.4 mi | 4.2 |
| EASTERN HILLS H S Fort Worth | 2.4 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76120 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,321
Median Home Value
$279,700
Median Rent
$1,353/mo
Population
20,031
College Educated
31.1%
Homeownership
50.7%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
34.1
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| AMPARO GUTIERREZ EL Laredo, TX | 6.2 |
| ASHWORTH EL Arlington, TX | 6.2 |
| ATWOOD MCDONALD EL Fort Worth, TX | 6.2 |
| BEAN EL Lubbock, TX | 6.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John T White EL
What grades does John T White EL serve?
John T White EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend John T White EL?
John T White EL has an enrollment of approximately 411 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John T White EL?
The student-teacher ratio at John T White EL is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John T White EL rank in TX?
John T White EL ranks #4,552 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is John T White EL's MySchoolScout rating?
John T White 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 John T White EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John T White EL has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
Is John T White EL a charter school?
Yes, John T White EL is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is John T White EL a Title I school?
No, John T White EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John T White EL?
94.6% of students at John T White 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 411
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Tarrant County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.3%
- Phone
- (817) 814-7900
Resources & Links
District
FORT WORTH ISD- District Enrollment
- 71,060
- Schools in District
- 138
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,690
- District Rank
- #38 of 131
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