Excellent
#332 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 4% in state
Tanglewood EL
Elementary School · FORT WORTH ISD
3060 OVERTON PARK W, Fort Worth, TX 76109
Enrollment
554
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
554
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#332 of 8,552
In Fort Worth
#4 of 235
public schools
In district
#2 of 131
FORT WORTH ISD
Academic performance
9.5 / 10
Excellent
School snapshot
What to know before comparing options
Tanglewood EL is a strong Fort Worth ISD elementary option near Overton Park, with an 8.9/10 profile and recent reading results in the mid-80s. The useful comparison set is nearby public elementaries: Overton Park EL, Alice Carlson Applied Learning Center, and Westcliff EL. Use the official FWISD links below to confirm attendance eligibility and current campus details before making a final shortlist.
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- District avg 5.2
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Tanglewood EL — Students at Tanglewood EL score 79% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
19%
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: 9.3/10.
How Tanglewood EL Compares
See how Tanglewood 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
3060 OVERTON PARK W, Fort Worth, TX 76109
Nearby Schools and Labeled Alternatives
20 within 1.5 miSame-level public alternatives named in the source packet are listed first when present; broader nearby rows keep their level or type label.
| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OVERTON PARK EL Fort Worth Same-level public option | 1.3 mi | 9.4 |
| WESTCLIFF EL Fort Worth Same-level public option | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| FORT WORTH ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS Fort Worth High row | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| FORT WORTH ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS EL Fort Worth Elementary public row | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| ALICE CARLSON APPLIED LRN CTR Fort Worth Elementary public row | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| MCLEAN 6TH GRADE Fort Worth Middle row | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| MCLEAN MIDDLE Fort Worth Middle row | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| FORT WORTH COUNTRY DAY Fort Worth Private row | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| TARRANT CO J J A E P Arlington High row | 1.7 mi | 3.2 |
| TARRANT COUNTY J J A E P Burleson alternative row | 1.7 mi | — |
| TARRANT CO J J A E P Fort Worth alternative row | 1.7 mi | — |
| TARRANT CO J J A E P Crowley High row | 1.7 mi | — |
| TARRANT CO J J A E P Fort Worth High row | 1.7 mi | — |
| TARRANT COUNTY JJAEP SCHOOL Fort Worth alternative row | 1.7 mi | — |
| JUVENILE JUSTICE ALTERNATIVE ED PROGRAM Fort Worth High row | 1.7 mi | — |
| TARRANT CO J J A E P Grapevine alternative row | 1.7 mi | — |
| TARRANT CO J J A E P Keller alternative row | 1.7 mi | — |
| TARRANT CO J J A E P Mansfield High row | 1.7 mi | — |
| TARRANT CO J J A E P White Settlement alternative row | 1.7 mi | — |
| ST ANDREW CATHOLIC Fort Worth Elementary row | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,301
Median Home Value
$599,400
Median Rent
$1,700/mo
Population
26,000
College Educated
71.8%
Homeownership
52%
Avg Commute
20.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.5%
Median Age
32.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ARAPAHO CLASSICAL MAGNET Richardson, TX | 8.9 |
| BALDWIN EL Austin, TX | 8.9 |
| BARKSDALE EL Plano, TX | 8.9 |
| BARTON CREEK EL Austin, TX | 8.9 |
| BOGGESS EL Murphy, TX | 8.9 |
| BOWIE EL Dallas, TX | 8.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tanglewood EL
What grades does Tanglewood EL serve?
Tanglewood EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Tanglewood EL?
Tanglewood EL has an enrollment of approximately 554 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tanglewood EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Tanglewood EL is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tanglewood EL rank in TX?
Tanglewood EL ranks #332 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Tanglewood EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Tanglewood EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Tanglewood EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tanglewood EL has 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Tanglewood EL a charter school?
No, Tanglewood EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tanglewood EL a Title I school?
No, Tanglewood EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tanglewood EL?
19.0% of students at Tanglewood 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
- 554
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 19.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Tarrant County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 5.8%
- Phone
- (817) 814-5900
Resources & Links
District
FORT WORTH ISD- District Enrollment
- 71,060
- Schools in District
- 138
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,690
- District Rank
- #2 of 131
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