Serving 310 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: 310 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Handley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
East Handley Elementary School's student population of 310 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
310 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
East 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 East Handley Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#7177 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
65%
53%
Black
25%
13%
White
5%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Handley Elementary School's ranking?
East Handley Elementary School is ranked #7177 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are East Handley Elementary School often compared to?
East Handley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Atwood Mcdonald Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend East Handley Elementary School?
310 students attend East Handley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of East Handley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Handley Elementary School?
East Handley Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Handley Elementary School offer ?
East Handley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is East Handley Elementary School part of?
East Handley Elementary School is part of Fort Worth Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is East Handley Elementary School located?
East 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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