Serving 649 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Hills Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 649 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Hills Elementary School's student population of 649 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
649 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Colors
Blue and White
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Hills Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Hills Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6260 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Hispanic
87%
54%
Black
4%
13%
White
7%
24%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Hills Elementary School's ranking?
South Hills Elementary School is ranked #6260 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend South Hills Elementary School?
649 students attend South Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of South Hills Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Hills Elementary School?
South Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Hills Elementary School offer ?
South Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is South Hills Elementary School part of?
South Hills Elementary School is part of Fort Worth Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is South Hills Elementary School located?
South Hills Elementary School is located in the South Hills neighborhood of Fort Worth, TX.
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