Below Average
#6886 of 8,552 schools in TX
North Side H S
High School · FORT WORTH ISD
2211 MCKINLEY AVE, Fort Worth, TX 76164
Enrollment
1,721
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,721
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,886 of 8,552
In Fort Worth
#152 of 235
public schools
In district
#68 of 131
FORT WORTH ISD
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About North Side H S
North Side H S is a public high school in Fort Worth, TX, part of FORT WORTH ISD. North Side H S serves approximately 1,721 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. North Side H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #6,886 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for North Side H S show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.0
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at North Side H S 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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North Side H S — Students at North Side H S score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 28 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: 4.6/10.
How North Side H S Compares
See how North Side H S 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
2211 MCKINLEY AVE, Fort Worth, TX 76164
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Side H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. REACH H S (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is A V CATO EL (rated 6.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MANUEL JARA EL (rated 6.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Worth, see our Fort Worth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SAM ROSEN EL Fort Worth | 0.5 mi | 3.5 |
| MANUEL JARA EL Fort Worth | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| ELDER MIDDLE Fort Worth | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| PREMIER H S - FORT WORTH (JACKSBORO) Lewisville | 0.9 mi | — |
| DOLORES HUERTA EL Fort Worth | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Worth | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| RUFINO MENDOZA SR EL Fort Worth | 1.2 mi | 3.1 |
| W J TURNER EL Fort Worth | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| KIRKPATRICK MIDDLE Fort Worth | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| KIRKPATRICK EL Fort Worth | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| A V CATO EL Fort Worth | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| WASHINGTON HEIGHTS EL Fort Worth | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| JO KELLY SP ED Fort Worth | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| ASSESSMENT CTR Fort Worth | 1.8 mi | — |
| INSIGHTS LEARNING CENTER Fort Worth | 1.8 mi | — |
| TARRANT YOUTH RECOVERY Ft. Worth | 1.8 mi | — |
| PK SATELLITE CENTERS Fort Worth | 1.8 mi | 3.0 |
| WOMEN'S HAVEN Fort Worth | 1.8 mi | — |
| BRIDGE ASSOC Fort Worth | 1.8 mi | — |
| REACH H S Fort Worth | 1.6 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76164 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,618
Median Home Value
$140,200
Median Rent
$1,117/mo
Population
13,134
College Educated
5.2%
Homeownership
56.5%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
23.7%
Median Age
36.1
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| ANDRESS H S El Paso, TX | 4.6 |
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| MCCOLLUM H S San Antonio, TX | 4.6 |
| NEW BRAUNFELS H S New Braunfels, TX | 4.6 |
| NEW CANEY H S New Caney, TX | 4.6 |
| PIEPER H S San Antonio, TX | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Side H S
What grades does North Side H S serve?
North Side H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend North Side H S?
North Side H S has an enrollment of approximately 1,721 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Side H S?
The student-teacher ratio at North Side H S is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North Side H S rank in TX?
North Side H S ranks #6,886 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is North Side H S's MySchoolScout rating?
North Side H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 North Side H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North Side H S has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is North Side H S a charter school?
No, North Side H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North Side H S a Title I school?
No, North Side H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Side H S?
93.3% of students at North Side H S 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,721
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 113
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Tarrant County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.2%
- Phone
- (817) 814-4000
- 4-Year Graduation
- 89.0%
Resources & Links
District
FORT WORTH ISD- District Enrollment
- 71,060
- Schools in District
- 138
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,690
- District Rank
- #68 of 131
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