Serving 439 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Worth Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 439 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Worth Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Worth Heights Elementary School's student population of 439 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
439 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Worth Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Worth Heights Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#2795 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
94%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
3%
24%
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Worth Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Worth Heights Elementary School is ranked #2795 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Worth Heights Elementary School?
439 students attend Worth Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Worth Heights Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Worth Heights Elementary School?
Worth Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Worth Heights Elementary School offer ?
Worth Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Worth Heights Elementary School part of?
Worth Heights Elementary School is part of Fort Worth Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Worth Heights Elementary School located?
Worth Heights Elementary School is located in the Worth Heights neighborhood of Fort Worth, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Worth Heights.
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