Below Average
#7218 of 8,552 schools in TX
South Hills EL
Elementary School · FORT WORTH ISD
3009 BILGLADE RD, Fort Worth, TX 76133
Enrollment
598
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
598
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,218 of 8,552
In Fort Worth
#169 of 235
public schools
In district
#76 of 131
FORT WORTH ISD
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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South Hills EL
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About South Hills EL
South Hills EL is a public elementary school in Fort Worth, TX, part of FORT WORTH ISD. South Hills EL serves approximately 598 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. South Hills EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #7,218 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for South Hills EL show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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South Hills EL — Students at South Hills EL score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87%
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: 2.6/10.
How South Hills EL Compares
See how South Hills 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
3009 BILGLADE RD, Fort Worth, TX 76133
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South Hills EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALICE D CONTRERAS (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY- FORT WORTH (rated 6.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WESTCLIFF EL (rated 6.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Worth, see our Fort Worth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HILL SCHOOL OF FORT WORTH Fort Worth | 0.1 mi | 7.8 |
| ALICE D CONTRERAS Fort Worth | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| SEMINARY HILLS PARK EL Fort Worth | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY- FORT WORTH Fort Worth | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| WESTCREEK EL Fort Worth | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| WESTCLIFF EL Fort Worth | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| MCLEAN MIDDLE Fort Worth | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| ST ANDREW CATHOLIC Fort Worth | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| WEDGWOOD ACADEMY Fort Worth | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| ROSEMONT MIDDLE Fort Worth | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| MCLEAN 6TH GRADE Fort Worth | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| SOUTH HILLS H S Fort Worth | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| GREENBRIAR EL Fort Worth | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| HUBBARD EL Fort Worth | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| BRUCE SHULKEY EL Fort Worth | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| WEDGWOOD 6TH GR SCH Fort Worth | 1.5 mi | 2.8 |
| WEDGWOOD MIDDLE Fort Worth | 1.6 mi | 2.5 |
| RICHARD J WILSON EL Fort Worth | 1.8 mi | 2.8 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - FORT WORTH WESTCREEK Fort Worth | 2.1 mi | 3.2 |
| SOUTHWEST H S Fort Worth | 2.1 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76133 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,722
Median Home Value
$223,200
Median Rent
$1,399/mo
Population
53,825
College Educated
28.5%
Homeownership
62.6%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
13.4%
Median Age
34
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| ADAMS EL Cleburne, TX | 4.3 |
| BLANTON EL Arlington, TX | 4.3 |
| BOWIE EL Ennis, TX | 4.3 |
| BRYSON EL Fort Worth, TX | 4.3 |
| CALALLEN EAST EL Corpus Christi, TX | 4.3 |
| CARNAHAN EL San Antonio, TX | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South Hills EL
What grades does South Hills EL serve?
South Hills EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend South Hills EL?
South Hills EL has an enrollment of approximately 598 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Hills EL?
The student-teacher ratio at South Hills EL is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does South Hills EL rank in TX?
South Hills EL ranks #7,218 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is South Hills EL's MySchoolScout rating?
South Hills EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Hills EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, South Hills EL has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is South Hills EL a charter school?
No, South Hills EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is South Hills EL a Title I school?
No, South Hills EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South Hills EL?
87.0% of students at South 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 598
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Tarrant County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.9%
- Phone
- (817) 814-5800
Resources & Links
District
FORT WORTH ISD- District Enrollment
- 71,060
- Schools in District
- 138
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,690
- District Rank
- #76 of 131
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