Needs Improvement
#7747 of 8,552 schools in TX
Kirkpatrick EL
Elementary School · FORT WORTH ISD
3229 LINCOLN AVE, Fort Worth, TX 76106
Enrollment
296
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
296
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,747 of 8,552
In Fort Worth
#191 of 235
public schools
In district
#95 of 131
FORT WORTH ISD
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Kirkpatrick EL
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About Kirkpatrick EL
Kirkpatrick EL is a public elementary school in Fort Worth, TX, part of FORT WORTH ISD. Kirkpatrick EL serves approximately 296 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Kirkpatrick EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #7,747 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Kirkpatrick EL show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.2
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Kirkpatrick 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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Kirkpatrick EL — Students at Kirkpatrick EL score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 2.9/10.
How Kirkpatrick EL Compares
See how Kirkpatrick 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
3229 LINCOLN AVE, Fort Worth, TX 76106
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kirkpatrick EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JOY JAMES ACADEMY OF LEADERSHIP (rated 7.5/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MANUEL JARA EL (rated 6.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WASHINGTON HEIGHTS EL (rated 5.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Worth, see our Fort Worth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KIRKPATRICK MIDDLE Fort Worth | 0.1 mi | 4.6 |
| WASHINGTON HEIGHTS EL Fort Worth | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| DOLORES HUERTA EL Fort Worth | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| SAM ROSEN EL Fort Worth | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| HELBING EL Fort Worth | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| MANUEL JARA EL Fort Worth | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| NORTH SIDE H S Fort Worth | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| ELDER MIDDLE Fort Worth | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| W J TURNER EL Fort Worth | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| DIAMOND HILL-JARVIS H S Fort Worth | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Worth | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| MEACHAM MIDDLE Fort Worth | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| PREMIER H S - FORT WORTH (JACKSBORO) Lewisville | 1.8 mi | — |
| MOORE M H EL Fort Worth | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| RUFINO MENDOZA SR EL Fort Worth | 2.1 mi | 3.1 |
| DIAMOND HILL EL Fort Worth | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| CESAR CHAVEZ PRI Ft. Worth | 2.2 mi | 4.2 |
| MARILYN MILLER LANGUAGE ACADEMY Fort Worth | 2.2 mi | 2.9 |
| LUCYLE COLLINS MIDDLE Fort Worth | 2.3 mi | 2.5 |
| JOY JAMES ACADEMY OF LEADERSHIP Fort Worth | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,486
Median Home Value
$167,600
Median Rent
$1,179/mo
Population
36,374
College Educated
6.3%
Homeownership
48.1%
Avg Commute
25.6 min
Poverty Rate
22.5%
Median Age
30.7
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|---|---|
| BLUEBONNET EL Round Rock, TX | 3.8 |
| CONNALLY EL Waco, TX | 3.8 |
| DAVID DANIELS EL ACADEMY OF SCIENCE & MATH Grand Prairie, TX | 3.8 |
| HILLCREST EL San Antonio, TX | 3.8 |
| J H HINES EL Waco, TX | 3.8 |
| LIGHTHOUSE EL San Antonio, TX | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kirkpatrick EL
What grades does Kirkpatrick EL serve?
Kirkpatrick EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Kirkpatrick EL?
Kirkpatrick EL has an enrollment of approximately 296 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kirkpatrick EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Kirkpatrick EL is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kirkpatrick EL rank in TX?
Kirkpatrick EL ranks #7,747 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Kirkpatrick EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Kirkpatrick EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Kirkpatrick EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kirkpatrick EL has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Kirkpatrick EL a charter school?
No, Kirkpatrick EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kirkpatrick EL a Title I school?
No, Kirkpatrick EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kirkpatrick EL?
96.3% of students at Kirkpatrick 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 296
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Tarrant County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.1%
- Phone
- (817) 814-4600
Resources & Links
District
FORT WORTH ISD- District Enrollment
- 71,060
- Schools in District
- 138
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,690
- District Rank
- #95 of 131
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