Below Average
#7334 of 8,552 schools in TX
T a Sims EL
Elementary School · FORT WORTH ISD
3500 CRENSHAW AVE, Fort Worth, TX 76105
Enrollment
590
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
590
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,334 of 8,552
In Fort Worth
#178 of 235
public schools
In district
#82 of 131
FORT WORTH ISD
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T a Sims EL
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About T a Sims EL
T a Sims EL is a public elementary school in Fort Worth, TX, part of FORT WORTH ISD. T a Sims EL serves approximately 590 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. T a Sims EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #7,334 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for T a Sims EL show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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T a Sims EL — Students at T a Sims EL score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.4%
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: 4.6/10.
How T a Sims EL Compares
See how T a Sims 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
3500 CRENSHAW AVE, Fort Worth, TX 76105
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering T a Sims EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MAUDE I LOGAN EL (rated 7.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHRISTENE C MOSS EL (rated 7.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MEADOWBROOK EL (rated 7.1/10, 2.1 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 |
|---|---|---|
| ROCKETSHIP DENNIS DUNKINS EL Fort Worth | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| MCRAE EL Fort Worth | 0.4 mi | 3.2 |
| S S DILLOW EL Fort Worth | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| UPLIFT MIGHTY SCHOOL Dallas | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| UPLIFT MIGHTY MIDDLE Dallas | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| UPLIFT MIGHTY H S Dallas | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| CHRISTENE C MOSS EL Fort Worth | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| FORT WORTH SAVE OUR CHILDREN Fort Worth | 0.9 mi | — |
| MITCHELL BOULEVARD EL Fort Worth | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| OAKLAWN EL Fort Worth | 1.1 mi | 2.2 |
| UPLIFT MERIDIAN SCHOOL Dallas | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| JAMES MIDDLE Fort Worth | 1.2 mi | 2.5 |
| POLYTECHNIC H S Fort Worth | 1.2 mi | 3.0 |
| A M PATE EL Fort Worth | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| SAGAMORE HILL EL Fort Worth | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| GLEN PARK EL Fort Worth | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| FOREST OAK MIDDLE Fort Worth | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| YOUNG MEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Fort Worth | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| MAUDE I LOGAN EL Fort Worth | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| MEADOWBROOK EL Fort Worth | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76105 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,482
Median Home Value
$117,600
Median Rent
$1,172/mo
Population
22,550
College Educated
4.9%
Homeownership
51.6%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
21.1%
Median Age
31.2
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| ALTON BOYD EL Allen, TX | 4.2 |
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| BARRON EL Plano, TX | 4.2 |
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| CESAR CHAVEZ PRI Ft. Worth, TX | 4.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about T a Sims EL
What grades does T a Sims EL serve?
T a Sims EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend T a Sims EL?
T a Sims EL has an enrollment of approximately 590 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at T a Sims EL?
The student-teacher ratio at T a Sims EL is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does T a Sims EL rank in TX?
T a Sims EL ranks #7,334 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is T a Sims EL's MySchoolScout rating?
T a Sims EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 T a Sims EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, T a Sims EL has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is T a Sims EL a charter school?
No, T a Sims EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is T a Sims EL a Title I school?
No, T a Sims EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for T a Sims EL?
96.4% of students at T a Sims 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
- 590
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Tarrant County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.8%
- Phone
- (817) 814-0800
Resources & Links
District
FORT WORTH ISD- District Enrollment
- 71,060
- Schools in District
- 138
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,690
- District Rank
- #82 of 131
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