West Handley Elementary School

2749 Putnam
Fort Worth, TX 76112
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 333 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Handley 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 333 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : Bottom 50% in TX
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

West Handley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

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Attribute

School Overview

West Handley Elementary School's student population of 333 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
333 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers

School Rankings

West Handley Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Handley Elementary School is 0.40, 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.
This School
State Level (TX)
#7509 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
15-19%
41%
30-34%
51%
10-14%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
76%
53%
Black
17%
13%
White
4%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.40
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is West Handley Elementary School's ranking?
West Handley Elementary School is ranked #7509 out of 8,188 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend West Handley Elementary School?
333 students attend West Handley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of West Handley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Handley Elementary School?
West Handley Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Handley Elementary School offer ?
West Handley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is West Handley Elementary School part of?
West Handley Elementary School is part of Fort Worth Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is West Handley Elementary School located?
West Handley Elementary School is located in the Handley neighborhood of Fort Worth, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in Handley.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 333 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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