- CLIFFORD DAVIS EL — Grades PK–5 · 868 students
- RIDGLEA HILLS EL — Grades PK–5 · 742 students
- SOUTH HILLS EL — Grades PK–5 · 649 students
- WAVERLY PARK EL — Grades PK–5 · 639 students
- TANGLEWOOD EL — Grades PK–5 · 575 students
- MANUEL JARA EL — Grades PK–5 · 567 students
- T A SIMS EL — Grades PK–5 · 566 students
- MCRAE EL — Grades PK–5 · 543 students
- WESTCLIFF EL — Grades PK–5 · 534 students
- W M GREEN EL — Grades PK–5 · 532 students
- ROLLING HILLS EL — Grades PK–5 · 527 students
- DAGGETT EL — Grades PK–5 · 526 students
- WOODWAY EL — Grades PK–5 · 520 students
- SOUTH HI MOUNT EL — Grades PK–5 · 510 students
- OVERTON PARK EL — Grades PK–5 · 510 students
- HUBBARD EL — Grades PK–5 · 508 students
- RICHARD J WILSON EL — Grades PK–5 · 508 students
- WESTERN HILLS EL — Grades 2–5 · 499 students
- CARROLL PEAK EL — Grades PK–5 · 489 students
- DIAMOND HILL EL — Grades PK–5 · 482 students
- LILY B CLAYTON EL — Grades PK–5 · 476 students
- GREENBRIAR EL — Grades PK–5 · 468 students
- OAKHURST EL — Grades PK–5 · 466 students
- EASTERN HILLS EL — Grades PK–5 · 459 students
- LUELLA MERRETT EL — Grades PK–5 · 456 students
- + 58 more elementary schools
- ROSEMONT MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 1,166 students
- FOREST OAK MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 1,044 students
- MCLEAN MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 757 students
- RIVERSIDE MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 739 students
- MEADOWBROOK MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 727 students
- WILLIAM JAMES MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 710 students
- WEDGWOOD MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 701 students
- MEACHAM MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 680 students
- ELDER MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 646 students
- J MARTIN JACQUET MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 580 students
- LEONARD MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 568 students
- STRIPLING MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 518 students
- JEAN MCCLUNG MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 514 students
- KIRKPATRICK MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 485 students
- MONNIG MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 459 students
- MORNINGSIDE MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 415 students
- MCLEAN 6TH GRADE — Grades 6–6 · 388 students
- DAGGETT MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 353 students
- APPLIED LEARNING ACAD — Grades 6–8 · 330 students
- PASCHAL H S — Grades 9–12 · 2,127 students
- TRIMBLE TECHNICAL H S — Grades 9–12 · 1,924 students
- ARLINGTON HEIGHTS H S — Grades 9–12 · 1,898 students
- SOUTH HILLS H S — Grades 9–12 · 1,846 students
- NORTH SIDE H S — Grades 9–12 · 1,676 students
- O D WYATT H S — Grades 9–12 · 1,499 students
- POLYTECHNIC H S — Grades 9–12 · 1,375 students
- EASTERN HILLS H S — Grades 9–12 · 1,189 students
- SOUTHWEST H S — Grades 9–12 · 1,155 students
- CARTER-RIVERSIDE H S — Grades 9–12 · 1,039 students
- DIAMOND HILL-JARVIS H S — Grades 9–12 · 877 students
- WESTERN HILLS H S — Grades 9–12 · 854 students
- DUNBAR H S — Grades 9–12 · 821 students
- SUCCESS H S — Grades 9–12 · 585 students
- IM TERRELL ACADEMY FOR STEM AND VPA — Grades 9–12 · 470 students
- TEXAS ACADEMY OF BIOMEDICAL — Grades 9–12 · 374 students
- MARINE CREEK COLLEGIATE H S — Grades 9–12 · 350 students
- TARRANT CO COLLEGE SOUTH/FORT WORTH COLLEGIATE H S — Grades 9–12 · 347 students
- TRANSITION CTR — Grades 12–12 · 116 students
- TARRANT YOUTH RECOVERY — Grades 9–11 · 9 students
- BENBROOK MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 6–12 · 1,478 students
- DAGGETT MONTESSORI — Grades K–8 · 546 students
- WORLD LANGUAGES INSTITUTE — Grades 6–12 · 520 students
- INT'L NEWCOMER ACAD — Grades 6–9 · 429 students
- YOUNG MEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY — Grades 6–12 · 418 students
- YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY — Grades 6–12 · 403 students
- DETENT CTR — Grades 7–12 · 102 students
- METRO OPPORTUNITY — Grades 6–12 · 73 students
- JO KELLY SP ED — Grades 1–12 · 42 students
- CHILDREN'S MEDICAL CTR — Grades K–12 · 41 students
- BOULEVARD HEIGHTS — Grades K–12 · 32 students
- ASSESSMENT CTR — Grades K–11 · 12 students
- JUVENILE JUSTICE ALTERNATIVE ED PROGRAM — Grades 7–11 · 12 students
- BRIDGE ASSOC — Grades 7–12 · 7 students
- WOMEN'S HAVEN — Grades 3–11 · 3 students
- WEDGWOOD 6TH GR SCH
- SPED PRIVATE/HOMEBOUND
- ADULT ED
- NEW ECHS
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| Metric | Fort Worth Independent School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 72,783 | 3,700 | Much larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 140 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $11,653/yr | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 2/10 — Poor | — | Below average |
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Ranked against 1156 rated districts in TX → 11th percentile → 2/10.
Source: Texas Education Agency STAAR, grades 3–8 Reading & Math (Meets Grade Level), 2023. Full methodology →
About Fort Worth Independent School District
Families in zip code 76126 (Fort Worth, Texas) are assigned to Fort Worth Independent School District for public education through 12th. This overview covers the district’s funding levels, scale, rating, and what to expect from the enrollment process if you’re moving to or within this zip code.
Understanding the 2/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Fort Worth Independent School District 2 out of 10 — low-rated among Texas public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Texas’ STAAR grades 3–8 Reading & Math assessments (2023 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Texas is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Fort Worth Independent School District holds a low overall rating, with reading and math proficiency among the lowest in Texas on state assessments. Test results reflect many factors beyond the classroom, including community and economic conditions; a low score is a signal to research carefully, not a verdict on any individual school or teacher. Families in this area should research all available alternatives: inter-district transfers, charter schools, and magnet programs. Contact the district directly to understand exactly what programs are available at your assigned school.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 76126
Children in zip code 76126 are assigned to Fort Worth Independent School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 76126, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Fort Worth Independent School District at (817)814-2000 or visit www.fwisd.org. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Texas districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Fort Worth
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Fort Worth Independent School District serves zip code 76126, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 76126. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Texas, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Fort Worth Independent School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 76126.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Fort Worth Independent School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 76126 data.