Below Average
#7333 of 8,552 schools in TX
West Handley EL
Elementary School · FORT WORTH ISD
2749 PUTNAM, Fort Worth, TX 76112
Enrollment
333
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
333
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,333 of 8,552
In Fort Worth
#177 of 235
public schools
In district
#81 of 131
FORT WORTH ISD
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West Handley EL
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About West Handley EL
West Handley EL is a public elementary school in Fort Worth, TX, part of FORT WORTH ISD. West Handley EL serves approximately 333 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. West Handley EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #7,333 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for West Handley EL show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at West Handley EL were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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West Handley EL — Students at West Handley EL score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.1%
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: 4.7/10.
How West Handley EL Compares
See how West Handley 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
2749 PUTNAM, Fort Worth, TX 76112
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering West Handley EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MAUDE I LOGAN EL (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST RITA CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NEWMAN INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY AT FORT WORTH (rated 7.3/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Arlington), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Worth, see our Fort Worth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST RITA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Worth | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| EASTERN HILLS EL Fort Worth | 0.6 mi | 3.4 |
| JEAN MCCLUNG MIDDLE Fort Worth | 0.5 mi | 3.9 |
| EASTERN HILLS H S Fort Worth | 0.6 mi | 3.6 |
| NEWMAN INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY AT FORT WORTH Arlington | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| MAUDRIE WALTON EL Fort Worth | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| EAST HANDLEY EL Fort Worth | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| DUNBAR H S Fort Worth | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| YOUNG MEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Fort Worth | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| ATWOOD MCDONALD EL Fort Worth | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| J MARTIN JACQUET MIDDLE Fort Worth | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| MAUDE I LOGAN EL Fort Worth | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| ILTEXAS WOODHAVEN EL Fort Worth | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| ILTEXAS WOODHAVEN MIDDLE Fort Worth | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| SAGAMORE HILL EL Fort Worth | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| SUNRISE - MCMILLAN EL Fort Worth | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| MEADOWBROOK EL Fort Worth | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| MEADOWBROOK MIDDLE Fort Worth | 2.0 mi | 4.1 |
| NOLAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Fort Worth | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| FORT WORTH SAVE OUR CHILDREN Fort Worth | 2.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76112 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,179
Median Home Value
$207,100
Median Rent
$1,215/mo
Population
44,379
College Educated
20.8%
Homeownership
49.5%
Avg Commute
24.7 min
Poverty Rate
21.4%
Median Age
32.5
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| ALTON BOYD EL Allen, TX | 4.2 |
| BARRON EL Plano, TX | 4.2 |
| CHARLIE MARSHALL EL Aransas Pass, TX | 4.2 |
| DEGAN EL Lewisville, TX | 4.2 |
| FREEMAN EL Houston, TX | 4.2 |
| GARCIA EL Houston, TX | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about West Handley EL
What grades does West Handley EL serve?
West Handley EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend West Handley EL?
West Handley EL has an enrollment of approximately 333 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at West Handley EL?
The student-teacher ratio at West Handley EL is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does West Handley EL rank in TX?
West Handley EL ranks #7,333 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is West Handley EL's MySchoolScout rating?
West Handley 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 West Handley EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, West Handley EL has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is West Handley EL a charter school?
No, West Handley EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is West Handley EL a Title I school?
No, West Handley EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West Handley EL?
96.1% of students at West Handley 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
- 333
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Tarrant County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.6%
- Phone
- (817) 815-5100
Resources & Links
District
FORT WORTH ISD- District Enrollment
- 71,060
- Schools in District
- 138
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,690
- District Rank
- #81 of 131
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