Needs Improvement
#8499 of 8,552 schools in TX
Western Hills EL
Elementary School · FORT WORTH ISD
2805 LAREDO DR, Fort Worth, TX 76116
Enrollment
551
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
2.2
Grades
2nd – 5th
Enrollment
551
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
2.2
Grades
2nd – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,499 of 8,552
In Fort Worth
#234 of 235
public schools
In district
#130 of 131
FORT WORTH ISD
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Western Hills EL
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About Western Hills EL
Western Hills EL is a public elementary school in Fort Worth, TX, part of FORT WORTH ISD. Western Hills EL serves approximately 551 students, and covers grades 2nd-5th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Western Hills EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.2 out of 10 and ranks #8,499 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Western Hills EL show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.2
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
56% of students at Western Hills 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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Western Hills EL — Students at Western Hills EL score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.4%
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: 2.4/10.
How Western Hills EL Compares
See how Western Hills 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
2805 LAREDO DR, Fort Worth, TX 76116
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Western Hills EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FINE ARTS ACADEMY (rated 8.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF FORT WORTH (rated 7.0/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PETER THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC CLASSICAL SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.1 miles away), 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 |
|---|---|---|
| WESTERN HILLS PRI Fort Worth | 0.2 mi | 3.8 |
| FINE ARTS ACADEMY Fort Worth | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| IDEA RISE COLLEGE PREPARATORY Fort Worth | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| IDEA RISE ACADEMY Fort Worth | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| ST PETER THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC CLASSICAL SCHOOL Fort Worth | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| BREWER MIDDLE White Settlement | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| WAVERLY PARK EL Fort Worth | 1.2 mi | 3.3 |
| WESTERN HILLS H S Fort Worth | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| LEONARD MIDDLE Fort Worth | 1.2 mi | 2.0 |
| LIBERTY EL White Settlement | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| WEST EL White Settlement | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| LUELLA MERRETT EL Fort Worth | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| APPLIED LEARNING ACAD Fort Worth | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| ALL SAINTS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Fort Worth | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| RICHARD MILBURN ACADEMY FORT WORTH Fort Worth | 1.9 mi | 3.4 |
| M L PHILLIPS EL Fort Worth | 2.0 mi | 2.6 |
| WORLD LANGUAGES INSTITUTE Fort Worth | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| MONNIG MIDDLE Fort Worth | 2.1 mi | 3.2 |
| COVENANT CLASSICAL SCHOOL Fort Worth | 2.2 mi | 5.0 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF FORT WORTH Fort Worth | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76116 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,738
Median Home Value
$286,500
Median Rent
$1,205/mo
Population
49,685
College Educated
32.5%
Homeownership
35.8%
Avg Commute
24.6 min
Poverty Rate
22.5%
Median Age
34.7
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| BURNET EL Odessa, TX | 2.2 |
| HIRSCH EL San Antonio, TX | 2.2 |
| LOTSPEICH LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Robstown, TX | 2.2 |
| OAKLAWN EL Fort Worth, TX | 2.2 |
| STEVENS EL Houston, TX | 2.2 |
| AUDELIA CREEK EL Dallas, TX | 2.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Western Hills EL
What grades does Western Hills EL serve?
Western Hills EL serves students in grades 2nd through 5th.
How many students attend Western Hills EL?
Western Hills EL has an enrollment of approximately 551 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Western Hills EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Western Hills EL is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Western Hills EL rank in TX?
Western Hills EL ranks #8,499 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Western Hills EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Western Hills EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.2 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 Western Hills EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Western Hills EL has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Western Hills EL a charter school?
No, Western Hills EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Western Hills EL a Title I school?
No, Western Hills EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Western Hills EL?
90.4% of students at Western Hills 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
- 2nd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 551
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Tarrant County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.7%
- Phone
- (817) 815-6800
Resources & Links
District
FORT WORTH ISD- District Enrollment
- 71,060
- Schools in District
- 138
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,690
- District Rank
- #130 of 131
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