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#4222 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 49% in state

Luella Merrett EL

Elementary School · FORT WORTH ISD

7325 KERMIT AVE, Fort Worth, TX 76116

Enrollment

446

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#4,222 of 8,552

In Fort Worth

#74 of 235

public schools

In district

#29 of 131

FORT WORTH ISD

School environment

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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6.4/10

Elementary School in Fort Worth · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Luella Merrett EL

Luella Merrett EL is a public elementary school in Fort Worth, TX, part of FORT WORTH ISD. Luella Merrett EL serves approximately 446 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Luella Merrett EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,222 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Luella Merrett EL show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.2 pts above district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.76 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-6.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14.3 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+1.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile42th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,690
Chronic Absenteeism21.1%

Luella Merrett EL — Students at Luella Merrett EL score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

89.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 50.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 56.3% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
73%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
64%
ELA
71%
2013
Math
63%
ELA
65%
2014
Math
65%
ELA
63%
2015
Math
68%
ELA
68%
2016
Math
70%
ELA
69%
2017
Math
26%
ELA
44%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
18%
ELA
30%
2021*
Math
18%
ELA
30%
2022
Math
29.3%
ELA
39.1%
2024
Math
37%
ELA
40%

* 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: 6.0/10.

How Luella Merrett EL Compares

See how Luella Merrett EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
51th percentile in TX
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
90%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

7325 KERMIT AVE, Fort Worth, TX 76116

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Luella Merrett EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. COMO EL (rated 7.3/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF FORT WORTH (rated 7.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fort Worth, see our Fort Worth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
APPLIED LEARNING ACAD Fort Worth 0.6 mi 5.8
RICHARD MILBURN ACADEMY FORT WORTH Fort Worth 0.7 mi 3.4
WESTERN HILLS H S Fort Worth 0.8 mi 4.2
WORLD LANGUAGES INSTITUTE Fort Worth 0.9 mi 5.3
RIDGLEA HILLS EL Fort Worth 1.1 mi 5.2
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF FORT WORTH Fort Worth 1.1 mi 7.0
IDEA RISE COLLEGE PREPARATORY Fort Worth 1.3 mi 7.4
IDEA RISE ACADEMY Fort Worth 1.3 mi 6.7
MONNIG MIDDLE Fort Worth 1.3 mi 3.2
WAVERLY PARK EL Fort Worth 1.3 mi 3.3
PREMIER H S OF FORT WORTH Lewisville 1.4 mi 3.2
M L PHILLIPS EL Fort Worth 1.5 mi 2.6
WESTERN HILLS PRI Fort Worth 1.7 mi 3.8
WESTERN HILLS EL Fort Worth 1.8 mi 2.2
LEONARD MIDDLE Fort Worth 1.7 mi 2.0
MISS ENDY'S CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Worth 1.9 mi
SUCCESS H S Fort Worth 2.0 mi 4.1
ST PETER THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC CLASSICAL SCHOOL Fort Worth 2.4 mi 6.8
HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Worth 2.2 mi 7.1
COMO EL Fort Worth 2.1 mi 7.3

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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ALTON EL Mission, TX 6.4
ALVAREZ EL Mcallen, TX 6.4
BASIS SAN ANTONIO PRI - NORTHEAST CAMPUS San Antonio, TX 6.4
BASSWOOD EL Fort Worth, TX 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Luella Merrett EL

What grades does Luella Merrett EL serve?

Luella Merrett EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Luella Merrett EL?

Luella Merrett EL has an enrollment of approximately 446 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Luella Merrett EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Luella Merrett EL is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Luella Merrett EL rank in TX?

Luella Merrett EL ranks #4,222 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Luella Merrett EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Luella Merrett EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Luella Merrett EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Luella Merrett EL has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Luella Merrett EL a charter school?

No, Luella Merrett EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Luella Merrett EL a Title I school?

No, Luella Merrett EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Luella Merrett EL?

89.5% of students at Luella Merrett 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
65 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
25 Some Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
89.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Tarrant County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.1%

District

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

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