Needs Improvement
#7749 of 8,552 schools in TX
Riverside Middle
Middle School · FORT WORTH ISD
1600 BOLTON ST, Fort Worth, TX 76111
Enrollment
765
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
3.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
765
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
3.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,749 of 8,552
In Fort Worth
#193 of 235
public schools
In district
#97 of 131
FORT WORTH ISD
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About Riverside Middle
Riverside Middle is a public middle school in Fort Worth, TX, part of FORT WORTH ISD. Riverside Middle serves approximately 765 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Riverside Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #7,749 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Riverside Middle show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.2
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Riverside Middle 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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Riverside Middle — Students at Riverside Middle score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 3.7/10.
How Riverside Middle Compares
See how Riverside Middle 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
1600 BOLTON ST, Fort Worth, TX 76111
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Riverside Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. IDEA ACHIEVE COLLEGE PREPARATORY (rated 7.8/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Haltom City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HALTOM MIDDLE (rated 5.6/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Haltom City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Worth, see our Fort Worth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CARTER-RIVERSIDE H S Fort Worth | 0.2 mi | 3.3 |
| SPRINGDALE EL Fort Worth | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| OAKHURST EL Fort Worth | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| MY DREAMS ACADEMY Fort Worth | 0.5 mi | 3.8 |
| ST GEORGE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Worth | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| NATHA HOWELL EL Fort Worth | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| BONNIE BRAE Ft. Worth | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| DETENT CTR Fort Worth | 1.0 mi | 2.9 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Worth | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| RIVERSIDE APPLIED LRN CTR Fort Worth | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| WEST BIRDVILLE EL Haltom City | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| VERSIA WILLIAMS EL Fort Worth | 1.8 mi | 4.2 |
| HALTOM MIDDLE Haltom City | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| DIAMOND HILL EL Fort Worth | 2.0 mi | 4.3 |
| CESAR CHAVEZ PRI Ft. Worth | 2.3 mi | 4.2 |
| DAVID E SMITH EL Haltom City | 2.5 mi | 6.2 |
| CHARLES NASH EL Fort Worth | 2.3 mi | 3.9 |
| IDEA ACHIEVE COLLEGE PREPARATORY Haltom City | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
| IDEA ACHIEVE ACADEMY Haltom City | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| IM TERRELL ACADEMY FOR STEM AND VPA Fort Worth | 2.6 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,944
Median Home Value
$199,100
Median Rent
$1,272/mo
Population
20,823
College Educated
14.8%
Homeownership
56.7%
Avg Commute
24.6 min
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Median Age
35.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DRISCOLL MIDDLE Corpus Christi, TX | 3.8 |
| ELDER MIDDLE Fort Worth, TX | 3.8 |
| GOODNIGHT MIDDLE San Marcos, TX | 3.8 |
| HOFFMAN MIDDLE Houston, TX | 3.8 |
| MADISON MIDDLE Abilene, TX | 3.8 |
| VALE MIDDLE San Antonio, TX | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Riverside Middle
What grades does Riverside Middle serve?
Riverside Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Riverside Middle?
Riverside Middle has an enrollment of approximately 765 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverside Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Riverside Middle is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Riverside Middle rank in TX?
Riverside Middle ranks #7,749 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Riverside Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Riverside Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Riverside Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Riverside Middle has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Riverside Middle a charter school?
No, Riverside Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Riverside Middle a Title I school?
No, Riverside Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Riverside Middle?
93.2% of students at Riverside Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 765
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Tarrant County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.3%
- Phone
- (817) 814-9200
Resources & Links
District
FORT WORTH ISD- District Enrollment
- 71,060
- Schools in District
- 138
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,690
- District Rank
- #97 of 131
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