Needs Improvement
#8525 of 8,552 schools in TX
Leonard Middle
Middle School · FORT WORTH ISD
8900 CHAPIN, Fort Worth, TX 76116
Enrollment
607
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
2.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
607
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
2.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,525 of 8,552
In Fort Worth
#235 of 235
public schools
In district
#131 of 131
FORT WORTH ISD
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Leonard Middle
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About Leonard Middle
Leonard Middle is a public middle school in Fort Worth, TX, part of FORT WORTH ISD. Leonard Middle serves approximately 607 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Leonard Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.0 out of 10 and ranks #8,525 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Leonard Middle show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.2
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
65% of students at Leonard 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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Leonard Middle — Students at Leonard Middle score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.6%
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: 1.9/10.
How Leonard Middle Compares
See how Leonard 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
8900 CHAPIN, Fort Worth, TX 76116
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Leonard Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. IDEA RISE COLLEGE PREPARATORY (rated 7.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is APPLIED LEARNING ACAD (rated 5.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BREWER MIDDLE (rated 5.2/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby White Settlement), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Worth, see our Fort Worth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WAVERLY PARK EL Fort Worth | 0.4 mi | 3.3 |
| WESTERN HILLS H S Fort Worth | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| WESTERN HILLS EL Fort Worth | 1.2 mi | 2.2 |
| WESTERN HILLS PRI Fort Worth | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| ALL SAINTS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Fort Worth | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| IDEA RISE COLLEGE PREPARATORY Fort Worth | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| IDEA RISE ACADEMY Fort Worth | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| FINE ARTS ACADEMY Fort Worth | 1.8 mi | 8.3 |
| WORLD LANGUAGES INSTITUTE Fort Worth | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| LUELLA MERRETT EL Fort Worth | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| APPLIED LEARNING ACAD Fort Worth | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| ST PETER THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC CLASSICAL SCHOOL Fort Worth | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| BREWER MIDDLE White Settlement | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| COVENANT CLASSICAL SCHOOL Fort Worth | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| RICHARD MILBURN ACADEMY FORT WORTH Fort Worth | 2.2 mi | 3.4 |
| LIBERTY EL White Settlement | 2.6 mi | 4.6 |
| WEST EL White Settlement | 2.7 mi | 5.2 |
| BASIS BENBROOK Benbrook | 3.0 mi | 5.9 |
| BLUE HAZE EL Fort Worth | 2.8 mi | 4.8 |
| BENBROOK EL Fort Worth | 2.9 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76116 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,738
Median Home Value
$286,500
Median Rent
$1,205/mo
Population
49,685
College Educated
32.5%
Homeownership
35.8%
Avg Commute
24.6 min
Poverty Rate
22.5%
Median Age
34.7
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| PAREDES MIDDLE Austin, TX | 2.0 |
| TAFOLLA MIDDLE San Antonio, TX | 2.0 |
| CEDAR CREEK INT Cedar Creek, TX | 1.9 |
| DOBIE MIDDLE Austin, TX | 2.2 |
| MANOR MIDDLE Manor, TX | 2.2 |
| RHODES MIDDLE San Antonio, TX | 2.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Leonard Middle
What grades does Leonard Middle serve?
Leonard Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Leonard Middle?
Leonard Middle has an enrollment of approximately 607 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Leonard Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Leonard Middle is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Leonard Middle rank in TX?
Leonard Middle ranks #8,525 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Leonard Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Leonard Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.0 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 Leonard Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Leonard Middle has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Leonard Middle a charter school?
No, Leonard Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Leonard Middle a Title I school?
No, Leonard Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Leonard Middle?
90.6% of students at Leonard 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
- 607
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Tarrant County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 65.1%
- Phone
- (817) 815-6200
Resources & Links
District
FORT WORTH ISD- District Enrollment
- 71,060
- Schools in District
- 138
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,690
- District Rank
- #131 of 131
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