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Ridglea Hills EL

Elementary School · FORT WORTH ISD

6817 CUMBERLAND RD, Fort Worth, TX 76116

Enrollment

722

Student-Teacher

16.8:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#6,111 of 8,552

In Fort Worth

#128 of 235

public schools

In district

#59 of 131

FORT WORTH ISD

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Ridglea Hills EL

5.2/10

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

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About Ridglea Hills EL

Ridglea Hills EL is a public elementary school in Fort Worth, TX, part of FORT WORTH ISD. Ridglea Hills EL serves approximately 722 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Ridglea Hills EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #6,111 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Ridglea Hills EL show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.02 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-2.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.3 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-7.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment5.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,690
Chronic Absenteeism21.7%

Ridglea Hills EL — Students at Ridglea Hills EL score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

52.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 64.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 69.2% (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
92%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
86%
2013
Math
81%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
81%
ELA
79%
2015
Math
79%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
78%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
56%
2018
Math
48%
ELA
55%
2019
Math
48%
ELA
55%
2020*
Math
31%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
31%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
41.6%
ELA
53.6%
2024
Math
41%
ELA
47%

* 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: 5.1/10.

How Ridglea Hills EL Compares

See how Ridglea Hills EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
29th percentile in TX
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
5.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
53%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.7%

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

6817 CUMBERLAND RD, Fort Worth, TX 76116

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ridglea Hills EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OVERTON PARK EL (rated 9.4/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is COMO EL (rated 7.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Worth, see our Fort Worth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
RICHARD MILBURN ACADEMY FORT WORTH Fort Worth 1.1 mi 3.4
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF FORT WORTH Fort Worth 1.2 mi 7.0
LUELLA MERRETT EL Fort Worth 1.1 mi 6.4
APPLIED LEARNING ACAD Fort Worth 1.2 mi 5.8
PREMIER H S OF FORT WORTH Lewisville 1.4 mi 3.2
MISS ENDY'S CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Worth 1.3 mi
SUCCESS H S Fort Worth 1.5 mi 4.1
MONNIG MIDDLE Fort Worth 1.6 mi 3.2
WORLD LANGUAGES INSTITUTE Fort Worth 1.4 mi 5.3
FORT WORTH COUNTRY DAY Fort Worth 1.5 mi 6.0
COMO EL Fort Worth 1.6 mi 7.3
M L PHILLIPS EL Fort Worth 1.8 mi 2.6
RIVERTREE ACADEMY Fort Worth 1.8 mi 6.5
WESTERN HILLS H S Fort Worth 1.9 mi 4.2
HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Worth 2.3 mi 7.1
IDEA RISE COLLEGE PREPARATORY Fort Worth 2.3 mi 7.4
IDEA RISE ACADEMY Fort Worth 2.3 mi 6.7
OVERTON PARK EL Fort Worth 2.2 mi 9.4
FORT WORTH ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS Fort Worth 2.2 mi 7.3
FORT WORTH ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS EL Fort Worth 2.2 mi 6.2

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ridglea Hills EL

What grades does Ridglea Hills EL serve?

Ridglea Hills EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Ridglea Hills EL?

Ridglea Hills EL has an enrollment of approximately 722 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ridglea Hills EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Ridglea Hills EL is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ridglea Hills EL rank in TX?

Ridglea Hills EL ranks #6,111 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Ridglea Hills EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Ridglea Hills EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Ridglea Hills EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ridglea Hills EL has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Ridglea Hills EL a charter school?

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

Is Ridglea Hills EL a Title I school?

No, Ridglea Hills EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ridglea Hills EL?

52.5% of students at Ridglea Hills 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
43 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
10 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
722
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
52.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Tarrant County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.7%

District

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

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