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#48 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 1% in state

Overton Park EL

Elementary School · FORT WORTH ISD

4865 BRIARHAVEN RD, Fort Worth, TX 76109

Enrollment

532

Student-Teacher

16.6:1

Score

9.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#48 of 8,552

In Fort Worth

#1 of 235

public schools

In district

#1 of 131

FORT WORTH ISD

Academic performance

9.9 / 10

Excellent

School snapshot

What to know before comparing options

Overton Park EL is one of Fort Worth ISD's standout elementary options, with a 9.4/10 profile and recent math and reading results near or above 90%. The useful comparison set is nearby public elementaries: Tanglewood EL, Walsh EL, Como Elementary, and Oakmont Elementary. Use the official FWISD links below to confirm attendance eligibility and current campus details before making a final shortlist.

Strong current profile: 9.4/10 Recent STAAR: 89% math / 94% reading Compare nearby public elementaries Confirm attendance with FWISD

Official checks

Overton Park campus FWISD current campus contact page FWISD boundary maps District boundary and consolidation updates NCES directory Federal 2024-25 school directory
How it compares4.2 pts above district
  • This school 9.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 5.2
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change-0.1 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2024
TrendStable
Academics9.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency89% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency94% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+45.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+39.7 pts
Overall Proficiency92% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)70% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+21.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile98th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,690
Chronic Absenteeism3.9%

Overton Park EL — Students at Overton Park EL score 92% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 70%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 91.3% (multi-year average, 2020-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 91.7% (multi-year average, 2020-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 8 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2020*
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2021*
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2022
Math
92%
ELA
88.8%
2024
Math
89%
ELA
94%

* 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: 9.7/10.

How Overton Park EL Compares

See how Overton Park EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.4/10
100th percentile in TX
Academic
9.9/10
Excellent
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
7%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
3.9%

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

4865 BRIARHAVEN RD, Fort Worth, TX 76109

Nearby Schools and Labeled Alternatives

20 within 2.5 mi

Same-level public alternatives named in the source packet are listed first when present; broader nearby rows keep their level or type label.

School Distance Rating
TANGLEWOOD EL Fort Worth Same-level public option 1.3 mi 8.9
COMO EL Fort Worth Same-level public option 2.4 mi 7.3
OAKMONT EL Fort Worth Same-level public option 2.5 mi 6.8
FORT WORTH ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS Fort Worth High row 0.2 mi 7.3
FORT WORTH ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS EL Fort Worth Elementary public row 0.2 mi 6.2
FORT WORTH COUNTRY DAY Fort Worth Private row 0.7 mi 6.0
WEDGWOOD 6TH GR SCH Fort Worth Middle row 0.9 mi 2.8
WEDGWOOD ACADEMY Fort Worth Private row 1.1 mi 6.8
WESTCLIFF EL Fort Worth Elementary public row 1.3 mi 6.2
BRUCE SHULKEY EL Fort Worth Elementary public row 1.7 mi 4.1
MCLEAN MIDDLE Fort Worth Middle row 1.7 mi 6.3
MCLEAN 6TH GRADE Fort Worth Middle row 1.8 mi 7.0
WEDGWOOD MIDDLE Fort Worth Middle row 2.1 mi 2.5
ST ANDREW CATHOLIC Fort Worth Elementary row 1.9 mi 6.2
J T STEVENS EL Fort Worth Elementary public row 2.3 mi 3.0
HILL SCHOOL OF FORT WORTH Fort Worth Private row 2.0 mi 7.8
MISS ENDY'S CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Worth Elementary row 2.3 mi —
SOUTH HILLS EL Fort Worth Elementary public row 2.1 mi 4.3
RIDGLEA HILLS EL Fort Worth Elementary public row 2.2 mi 5.2
RIVERTREE ACADEMY Fort Worth Elementary row 2.5 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 76109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$104,301

Median Home Value

$599,400

Median Rent

$1,700/mo

Population

26,000

College Educated

71.8%

Homeownership

52%

Avg Commute

20.4 min

Poverty Rate

11.5%

Median Age

32.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Overton Park EL

What grades does Overton Park EL serve?

Overton Park EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Overton Park EL?

Overton Park EL has an enrollment of approximately 532 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Overton Park EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Overton Park EL is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Overton Park EL rank in TX?

Overton Park EL ranks #48 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Overton Park EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Overton Park EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 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 Overton Park EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Overton Park EL has 91% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).

Is Overton Park EL a charter school?

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

Is Overton Park EL a Title I school?

No, Overton Park EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Overton Park EL?

7.0% of students at Overton Park 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
53 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
24 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
532
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
7.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Tarrant County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
3.9%
Phone
(817) 814-6900

Resources & Links

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District

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

Other Schools in This District

TANGLEWOOD EL 8.9 DE ZAVALA EL 8.8 WESTPARK EL 8.5 YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY 8.3 LILY B CLAYTON EL 8.1

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