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#5417 of 8,547 schools in TX
Ridglea Hills EL
Elementary School · FORT WORTH ISD
6817 CUMBERLAND RD, Fort Worth, TX 76116
Enrollment
722
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
722
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Fort Worth
#115 of 235
public schools
Texas elementary schools
#2,663 of 4,678
In district
#60 of 131
FORT WORTH ISD
About Ridglea Hills EL
Ridgelea Hills Elementary is a public elementary school located in Fort Worth, Texas. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, Ridgelea Hills offers a diverse educational experience with an enrollment of 722 students and a student-to-teacher ratio of 16.8:1. The school benefits from having 43 full-time equivalent teachers dedicated to its students.
Ridgelea Hills Elementary has earned a MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10, placing it at the 57th percentile among Texas schools with a ranking of #3725 out of 8598 schools statewide. In terms of academic performance, 51% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading and 40% are proficient or above in Math. These scores indicate areas where the school is focusing on student development and growth.
Ridgelea Hills Elementary sits in a bustling part of Fort Worth, providing its students with plenty of opportunities to engage with their city community.
Score Breakdown
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Ridglea Hills EL — Students at Ridglea Hills EL score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
52.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 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: 5.5/10.
How Ridglea Hills EL Compares
See how Ridglea Hills EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 48% (2019) to 31% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 55% (2019) to 47% (2021).
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 8.1/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF FORT WORTH (rated 7.0/10, 1.2 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 | 5.0 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF FORT WORTH Fort Worth | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| LUELLA MERRETT EL Fort Worth | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| APPLIED LEARNING ACAD Fort Worth | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| PREMIER H S OF FORT WORTH Lewisville | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| MISS ENDY'S CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Worth | 1.3 mi | — |
| SUCCESS H S Fort Worth | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| MONNIG MIDDLE Fort Worth | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| WORLD LANGUAGES INSTITUTE Fort Worth | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| FORT WORTH COUNTRY DAY Fort Worth | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| COMO EL Fort Worth | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| M L PHILLIPS EL Fort Worth | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| RIVERTREE ACADEMY Fort Worth | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| WESTERN HILLS H S Fort Worth | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Worth | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| IDEA RISE COLLEGE PREPARATORY Fort Worth | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| IDEA RISE ACADEMY Fort Worth | 2.3 mi | 4.3 |
| OVERTON PARK EL Fort Worth | 2.2 mi | 8.1 |
| FORT WORTH ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS Fort Worth | 2.2 mi | 5.0 |
| 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Ridglea Hills EL has a median household income of $54,738. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $286,500, with a median rent of $1,205/month. The area has a poverty rate of 22.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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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 is ranked #5417 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is Ridglea Hills EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Ridglea Hills EL has a composite rating of 5.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Ridglea Hills EL?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Ridglea Hills EL has 39.5% math proficiency and 51.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
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.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (3,171/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Fort Worth). Data >1 year old.
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
- Phone
- (817) 815-1700
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
FORT WORTH ISD- District Enrollment
- 71,060
- Schools in District
- 138
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,690
- District Rank
- #60 of 131
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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