Needs Improvement
#8115 of 8,552 schools in TX
Van Zandt-guinn EL
Elementary School · FORT WORTH ISD
501 MISSOURI AVE, Fort Worth, TX 76104
Enrollment
310
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
310
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,115 of 8,552
In Fort Worth
#209 of 235
public schools
In district
#110 of 131
FORT WORTH ISD
School environment
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Van Zandt-guinn EL
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About Van Zandt-guinn EL
Van Zandt-guinn EL is a public elementary school in Fort Worth, TX, part of FORT WORTH ISD. Van Zandt-guinn EL serves approximately 310 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Van Zandt-guinn EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #8,115 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Van Zandt-guinn EL show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.2
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Van Zandt-guinn EL — Students at Van Zandt-guinn EL score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.5%
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: 2.0/10.
How Van Zandt-guinn EL Compares
See how Van Zandt-guinn 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
501 MISSOURI AVE, Fort Worth, TX 76104
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Van Zandt-guinn EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DE ZAVALA EL (rated 8.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DAGGETT MONTESSORI (rated 6.8/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Ft. Worth), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MORNINGSIDE EL (rated 6.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Worth, see our Fort Worth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CRISTO REY FORT WORTH COLLEGE PREP Fort Worth | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - FORT WORTH LANCASTER AVENUE Fort Worth | 0.6 mi | 3.1 |
| IM TERRELL ACADEMY FOR STEM AND VPA Fort Worth | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| PREMIER H S - FORT WORTH (SOUTHSIDE) Lewisville | 0.9 mi | — |
| CARROLL PEAK EL Fort Worth | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| CASSATA HIGH SCHOOL Fort Worth | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Fort Worth | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| TRIMBLE TECHNICAL H S Fort Worth | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| DE ZAVALA EL Fort Worth | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| MOSAIC ACADEMY Fort Worth | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| CHILDREN'S MEDICAL CTR Fort Worth | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| KI CHARTER - FORT WORTH Fort Worth | 1.4 mi | — |
| THE JANE JUSTIN SCHOOL Fort Worth | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
| MORNINGSIDE EL Fort Worth | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| VERSIA WILLIAMS EL Fort Worth | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| DAGGETT MONTESSORI Ft. Worth | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| DAGGETT EL Fort Worth | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| CHARLES NASH EL Fort Worth | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| DAGGETT MIDDLE Fort Worth | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| MORNINGSIDE MIDDLE Fort Worth | 1.8 mi | 3.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76104 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,848
Median Home Value
$145,000
Median Rent
$1,385/mo
Population
20,694
College Educated
21.4%
Homeownership
38.3%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
30.2%
Median Age
31.8
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| BARRINGTON EL Austin, TX | 3.3 |
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| CODWELL EL Houston, TX | 3.3 |
| COLLINS GARDEN EL San Antonio, TX | 3.3 |
| DAVID BARKLEY/FRANCISCO RUIZ EL San Antonio, TX | 3.3 |
| FORT STOCKTON APACHE EL Fort Stockton, TX | 3.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Van Zandt-guinn EL
What grades does Van Zandt-guinn EL serve?
Van Zandt-guinn EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Van Zandt-guinn EL?
Van Zandt-guinn EL has an enrollment of approximately 310 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Van Zandt-guinn EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Van Zandt-guinn EL is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Van Zandt-guinn EL rank in TX?
Van Zandt-guinn EL ranks #8,115 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Van Zandt-guinn EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Van Zandt-guinn EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 Van Zandt-guinn EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Van Zandt-guinn EL has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Van Zandt-guinn EL a charter school?
No, Van Zandt-guinn EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Van Zandt-guinn EL a Title I school?
No, Van Zandt-guinn EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Van Zandt-guinn EL?
94.5% of students at Van Zandt-guinn 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
- 310
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Tarrant County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.0%
- Phone
- (817) 815-2000
Resources & Links
District
FORT WORTH ISD- District Enrollment
- 71,060
- Schools in District
- 138
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,690
- District Rank
- #110 of 131
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