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#204 of 884 private schools in TX

Top 23% of private schools

The New Key School Inc

School

7950 JOHN T WHITE RD, Fort Worth, TX 76120

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on TX statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

83

Student-Teacher

2.4:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Fort Worth

#7 of 31

public schools

Texas schools

#88 of 348

About The New Key School Inc

The New Key School Inc serves 83 students from kindergarten through 12th grade in Fort Worth, offering an intimate educational environment with an exceptionally low student-teacher ratio of 2.4:1. With 34 full-time equivalent teachers, this regular public school provides highly personalized attention that allows educators to focus closely on each student's individual needs and learning style. The school has earned a solid 8.5 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout, reflecting its commitment to quality education despite ranking in the middle tier of Texas schools at #574 out of 884 statewide.

This smaller educational community creates opportunities for students to develop close relationships with teachers and peers while receiving the individualized support that can be challenging to find in larger school settings. Located on John T White Road, The New Key School Inc serves families in the 76120 ZIP code area, where the median household income is $70,129 and median home values reach $257,500. The surrounding community shows stability with a 12.6% poverty rate and 32% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher.

The school operates within Fort Worth's large city environment, providing students access to urban resources while maintaining its close-knit school community atmosphere.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 83 students, The New Key School Inc is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 2.4:1, The New Key School Inc offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, The New Key School Inc operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How The New Key School Inc compares to 245 public schools serving similar grades in Fort Worth, TX

Student-Teacher Ratio
2.4:1
This School
vs
14.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
83
This School
vs
601
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.3
This School
vs
5.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 84.3% vs 0%
Black 9.6% vs 0%
Asian 3.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.4% vs 0%
The New Key School Inc Fort Worth Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
The New Key School Inc (this school) 7.3
LOWERY ROAD 4.2
JOHN T WHITE EL 6.5
BILL J ELLIOTT EL 2.7
ATWOOD MCDONALD EL 6.7
METRO OPPORTUNITY 7.0
TRINITY LAKES EL 6.7
EAST HANDLEY EL 6.6
RIVER TRAILS EL 6.8
ILTEXAS WOODHAVEN MIDDLE 4.6
ILTEXAS WOODHAVEN EL 3.6
JEAN MCCLUNG MIDDLE 6.0
EASTERN HILLS EL 4.1
WEST HANDLEY EL 7.2
EASTERN HILLS H S 3.4
MAUDRIE WALTON EL 7.2
DUNBAR H S 3.8
EAST FORT WORTH MONTESSORI ACADEMY 4.0
J MARTIN JACQUET MIDDLE 6.1
YOUNG MEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY 5.4
MAUDE I LOGAN EL 7.9

Showing 20 of 245 schools. View all schools in Fort Worth

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in TX.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 2.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.7 / 10
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School Day Length 8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,360
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 4.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 28%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 5.7 / 10
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Enrollment 83
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in TX

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 84.3%
Black 9.6%
Asian 3.6%
Hispanic 2.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

7950 JOHN T WHITE RD, Fort Worth, TX 76120

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The New Key School Inc may also want to explore other schools in the area. TEMPLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS (rated 8.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE OAKRIDGE SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Arlington), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Fort Worth, see our Fort Worth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
UPLIFT CRESCENDO PREPARATORY PRI Dallas 0.3 mi 4.8
LOWERY ROAD Fort Worth 0.5 mi 4.2
IGNITE COMMUNITY SCHOOL-FORT WORTH Lewisville 0.9 mi 6.0
JOHN T WHITE EL Fort Worth 0.9 mi 6.5
ST IGNATIUS COLLEGE PREP Fort Worth 1.2 mi
BILL J ELLIOTT EL Fort Worth 1.5 mi 2.7
METRO OPPORTUNITY Fort Worth 1.8 mi 7.0
TRINITY LAKES EL Fort Worth 1.9 mi 6.7
ATWOOD MCDONALD EL Fort Worth 1.8 mi 6.7
TEMPLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Fort Worth 1.8 mi 8.3
CHRISTIAN COTTAGE PREP Fort Worth 1.9 mi
RIVER TRAILS EL Fort Worth 2.3 mi 6.8
EAST HANDLEY EL Fort Worth 2.2 mi 6.6
NEWMAN INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY AT FORT WORTH Arlington 2.2 mi 4.5
POPE EL Arlington 2.4 mi 3.2
THE OAKRIDGE SCHOOL Arlington 2.9 mi 6.7
ILTEXAS WOODHAVEN EL Fort Worth 2.7 mi 3.6
ILTEXAS WOODHAVEN MIDDLE Fort Worth 2.7 mi 4.6
JEAN MCCLUNG MIDDLE Fort Worth 3.0 mi 6.0
DUFF EL Arlington 3.2 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 76120 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,321

Median Home Value

$279,700

Median Rent

$1,353/mo

Population

20,031

College Educated

31.1%

Homeownership

50.7%

Avg Commute

28.5 min

Poverty Rate

12.5%

Median Age

34.1

Community Profile

The community surrounding The New Key School Inc has a median household income of $74,321. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $279,700, with a median rent of $1,353/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.5%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
LIGHTHOUSE LEARNING CENTER - DAEP Freeport, TX 7.3
PLAINVIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Plainview, TX 7.3
FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sugar Land, TX 7.2
HUIE SPECIAL EDUC CTR Carrollton, TX 7.2
BETHANY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Plano, TX 7.4
COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Orange, TX 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The New Key School Inc

What grades does The New Key School Inc serve?

The New Key School Inc serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend The New Key School Inc?

The New Key School Inc has an enrollment of approximately 83 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The New Key School Inc?

The student-teacher ratio at The New Key School Inc is 2.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The New Key School Inc rank in TX?

The New Key School Inc is ranked #204 out of 884 private schools in TX.

What is The New Key School Inc's MySchoolScout rating?

The New Key School Inc has a composite rating of 7.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The New Key School Inc a private school?

Yes, The New Key School Inc is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is The New Key School Inc a religious school?

No, The New Key School Inc is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (3,171/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Fort Worth). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
83
Gender Split
40% M / 60% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
2.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
8 hours
Days Per Year
170 days
Setting
Large City
County
TARRANT
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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