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Westcliff EL

Elementary School · FORT WORTH ISD

4300 CLAY AVE, Fort Worth, TX 76109

Enrollment

524

Student-Teacher

16.9:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#4,551 of 8,552

In Fort Worth

#89 of 235

public schools

In district

#37 of 131

FORT WORTH ISD

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Westcliff EL

6.2/10

Elementary School in Fort Worth · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Westcliff EL

Westcliff EL is a public elementary school in Fort Worth, TX, part of FORT WORTH ISD. Westcliff EL serves approximately 524 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Westcliff EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,551 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Westcliff EL show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.65 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-7.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.3 pts
Overall Proficiency42% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-0.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile43th
Resources & Environment6.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,690
Chronic Absenteeism13.7%

Westcliff EL — Students at Westcliff EL score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

76.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 65.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 67.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
78%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
81%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
78%
2015
Math
79%
ELA
73%
2016
Math
85%
ELA
81%
2017
Math
49%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
54%
2020*
Math
39%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
39%
ELA
50%
2022
Math
45.5%
ELA
56.4%
2024
Math
36%
ELA
47%

* 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: 6.3/10.

How Westcliff EL Compares

See how Westcliff EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
47th percentile in TX
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
6.4/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
76%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4300 CLAY AVE, Fort Worth, TX 76109

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Westcliff EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OVERTON PARK EL (rated 9.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TANGLEWOOD EL (rated 8.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ALICE D CONTRERAS (rated 7.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fort Worth, see our Fort Worth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
WEDGWOOD ACADEMY Fort Worth 0.7 mi 6.8
MCLEAN MIDDLE Fort Worth 0.7 mi 6.3
MCLEAN 6TH GRADE Fort Worth 0.8 mi 7.0
ST ANDREW CATHOLIC Fort Worth 0.8 mi 6.2
HILL SCHOOL OF FORT WORTH Fort Worth 0.9 mi 7.8
SOUTH HILLS EL Fort Worth 1.0 mi 4.3
ALICE D CONTRERAS Fort Worth 0.9 mi 7.0
WEDGWOOD 6TH GR SCH Fort Worth 1.0 mi 2.8
FORT WORTH ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS Fort Worth 1.2 mi 7.3
FORT WORTH ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS EL Fort Worth 1.2 mi 6.2
OVERTON PARK EL Fort Worth 1.3 mi 9.4
TANGLEWOOD EL Fort Worth 1.5 mi 8.9
BRUCE SHULKEY EL Fort Worth 1.6 mi 4.1
WESTCREEK EL Fort Worth 1.8 mi 3.7
HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY- FORT WORTH Fort Worth 1.8 mi 6.4
ALICE CARLSON APPLIED LRN CTR Fort Worth 1.9 mi 6.9
WEDGWOOD MIDDLE Fort Worth 1.9 mi 2.5
SEMINARY HILLS PARK EL Fort Worth 1.7 mi 4.7
UNIVERSITY CHRISTIAN CHURCH WEEKDAY SCHOOL Fort Worth 1.9 mi
ROSEMONT MIDDLE Fort Worth 1.8 mi 3.5

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Westcliff EL

What grades does Westcliff EL serve?

Westcliff EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Westcliff EL?

Westcliff EL has an enrollment of approximately 524 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Westcliff EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Westcliff EL is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Westcliff EL rank in TX?

Westcliff EL ranks #4,551 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Westcliff EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Westcliff EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Westcliff EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Westcliff EL has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Westcliff EL a charter school?

No, Westcliff EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Westcliff EL a Title I school?

No, Westcliff EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westcliff EL?

76.1% of students at Westcliff 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
57 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
524
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
76.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Tarrant County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.7%

District

FORT WORTH ISD
District Enrollment
71,060
Schools in District
138
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,690
District Rank
#37 of 131

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