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#4550 of 8,552 schools in TX
South Hi Mount EL
Elementary School · FORT WORTH ISD
4101 BIRCHMAN AVE, Fort Worth, TX 76107
Enrollment
525
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
525
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,550 of 8,552
In Fort Worth
#88 of 235
public schools
In district
#36 of 131
FORT WORTH ISD
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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South Hi Mount EL
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About South Hi Mount EL
South Hi Mount EL is a public elementary school in Fort Worth, TX, part of FORT WORTH ISD. South Hi Mount EL serves approximately 525 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. South Hi Mount EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,550 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for South Hi Mount EL show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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South Hi Mount EL — Students at South Hi Mount EL score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.2%
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: 5.4/10.
How South Hi Mount EL Compares
See how South Hi Mount EL 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
4101 BIRCHMAN AVE, Fort Worth, TX 76107
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South Hi Mount EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTH HI MOUNT EL (rated 7.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ALICE CARLSON APPLIED LRN CTR (rated 6.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fort Worth, see our Fort Worth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| STRIPLING MIDDLE Fort Worth | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| ARLINGTON HEIGHTS H S Fort Worth | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| INT'L NEWCOMER ACAD Fort Worth | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL ON CAMP BOWIE Fort Worth | 0.6 mi | — |
| TARRANT CO J J A E P Arlington | 0.7 mi | 3.2 |
| TARRANT COUNTY J J A E P Burleson | 0.7 mi | — |
| TARRANT CO J J A E P Fort Worth | 0.7 mi | — |
| TARRANT CO J J A E P Crowley | 0.7 mi | — |
| TARRANT CO J J A E P Fort Worth | 0.7 mi | — |
| TARRANT COUNTY JJAEP SCHOOL Fort Worth | 0.7 mi | — |
| JUVENILE JUSTICE ALTERNATIVE ED PROGRAM Fort Worth | 0.7 mi | — |
| TARRANT CO J J A E P Grapevine | 0.7 mi | — |
| TARRANT CO J J A E P Keller | 0.7 mi | — |
| TARRANT CO J J A E P Mansfield | 0.7 mi | — |
| TARRANT CO J J A E P White Settlement | 0.7 mi | — |
| BOULEVARD HEIGHTS Fort Worth | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| TRANSITION CTR Fort Worth | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| NORTH HI MOUNT EL Fort Worth | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| JO KELLY SP ED Fort Worth | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| ALICE CARLSON APPLIED LRN CTR Fort Worth | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76107 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,473
Median Home Value
$431,300
Median Rent
$1,501/mo
Population
31,112
College Educated
55.4%
Homeownership
44.2%
Avg Commute
21.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
37.5
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| AMPARO GUTIERREZ EL Laredo, TX | 6.2 |
| ASHWORTH EL Arlington, TX | 6.2 |
| ATWOOD MCDONALD EL Fort Worth, TX | 6.2 |
| BEN MILAM EL Harlingen, TX | 6.2 |
| BLISS EL El Paso, TX | 6.2 |
| BUSH EL Midland, TX | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South Hi Mount EL
What grades does South Hi Mount EL serve?
South Hi Mount EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend South Hi Mount EL?
South Hi Mount EL has an enrollment of approximately 525 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Hi Mount EL?
The student-teacher ratio at South Hi Mount EL is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does South Hi Mount EL rank in TX?
South Hi Mount EL ranks #4,550 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is South Hi Mount EL's MySchoolScout rating?
South Hi Mount EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 South Hi Mount EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, South Hi Mount EL has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is South Hi Mount EL a charter school?
No, South Hi Mount EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is South Hi Mount EL a Title I school?
No, South Hi Mount EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South Hi Mount EL?
76.2% of students at South Hi Mount 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 525
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Tarrant County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.4%
- Phone
- (817) 815-1800
Resources & Links
District
FORT WORTH ISD- District Enrollment
- 71,060
- Schools in District
- 138
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,690
- District Rank
- #36 of 131
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