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Western Hills Elementary School

Public | 2-5 | 813 students

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Posted August 24, 2010

This school is ok considering that it has been deemed academically accepted. my major concern for the past year has been the no child left behind subgroups. My 3rd grader has been falling behind for some time. It has been difficult to get this school to see that. He has been diagnosed with ADHD approximately two years ago and no testing has been done by the shool. When ever I press the issue it is always something I have to do, give or bring. This child failed every part of the TAKS test that could be possible and report card denoted retention yet he was passed up to the 4th grade. Does this sound like no child left behind or some slipping through the cracks. I have also noted that African americans are at a higher disadvantage considering that they scored the lowest on standardized tests & Special Ed students.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 11, 2009

Last week we received a letter to the parents addressing the fact that they will now operate under the Public Education Gran(PEG) because it was rate academically unacceptable. Since the beginning of the school year my son has had a total of three home room teachers and about four substitute teachers. It is unstable school and it's not right to have your child's teacher constantly changing on them. Children need stability at school. I've tried to transfer my child but have had no success since most the other school are above capacity. I don't recommend this school until it gets it's act together. Children deserve better in the public education system and this school has failed in providing that to our children time and time again. It's hopeless.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 15, 2007

Very disappointed in this school. Some Teachers are great and others incredibly poor. Many teachers have expressed their discontent with school leadership. Unacceptable language, violence, disrespect and bullying are common practice here. Avoid this school if possible!!
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 87% in 2011.

188 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
63%

2010

 
 
64%

2009

 
 
66%

2008

 
 
65%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 89% in 2011.

142 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
79%

2010

 
 
79%

2009

 
 
81%

2008

 
 
82%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 88% in 2011.

193 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
69%

2010

 
 
78%

2009

 
 
72%

2008

 
 
57%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 85% in 2011.

192 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
71%

2010

 
 
77%

2009

 
 
76%

2008

 
 
66%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 90% in 2011.

190 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
76%

2010

 
 
77%

2009

 
 
82%

2008

 
 
82%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 81% in 2011.

178 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
87%

2010

 
 
80%

2009

 
 
70%

2008

 
 
67%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 82% in 2011.

177 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
89%

2010

 
 
81%

2009

 
 
72%

2008

 
 
72%
Science

The state average for Science was 87% in 2011.

172 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
81%

2010

 
 
78%

2009

 
 
70%

2008

 
 
52%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students63%
Female62%
Male63%
Black or African American45%
Asiann/a
Hispanic70%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White79%
Economically disadvantaged62%
Not economically disadvantaged71%
Special education64%
Not special education63%
Limited English proficient (LEP)68%
Proficient in English59%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant63%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students79%
Female82%
Male75%
Black or African American72%
Asiann/a
Hispanic84%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White84%
Economically disadvantaged78%
Not economically disadvantaged91%
Special education70%
Not special education80%
Limited English proficient (LEP)82%
Proficient in English79%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant79%
Gifted/talentedn/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students69%
Female71%
Male68%
Black or African American62%
Asiann/a
Hispanic74%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White74%
Economically disadvantaged69%
Not economically disadvantaged71%
Special education8%
Not special education73%
Limited English proficient (LEP)67%
Proficient in English68%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant69%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students71%
Female68%
Male75%
Black or African American65%
Asiann/a
Hispanic72%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White85%
Economically disadvantaged71%
Not economically disadvantaged75%
Special education18%
Not special education75%
Limited English proficient (LEP)66%
Proficient in English72%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant71%
Gifted/talented89%

Writing

All Students76%
Female78%
Male75%
Black or African American67%
Asiann/a
Hispanic80%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White85%
Economically disadvantaged76%
Not economically disadvantaged77%
Special education0%
Not special education81%
Limited English proficient (LEP)76%
Proficient in English74%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant76%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students87%
Female87%
Male88%
Black or African American81%
Asiann/a
Hispanic93%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White75%
Economically disadvantaged88%
Not economically disadvantaged79%
Special education40%
Not special education91%
Limited English proficient (LEP)79%
Proficient in English83%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant87%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students89%
Female91%
Male86%
Black or African American88%
Asiann/a
Hispanic92%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White88%
Economically disadvantaged89%
Not economically disadvantaged86%
Special education43%
Not special education93%
Limited English proficient (LEP)67%
Proficient in English88%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant89%
Gifted/talented100%

Science

All Students81%
Female78%
Male85%
Black or African American76%
Asiann/a
Hispanic85%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White80%
Economically disadvantaged81%
Not economically disadvantaged82%
Special education43%
Not special education85%
Limited English proficient (LEP)68%
Proficient in English78%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant81%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

  • In 2010-2011, this school was rated "Academically Acceptable".
  • In 2009-2010, this school was rated "Academically Acceptable".
  • In 2008-2009, this school was rated "Academically Acceptable".

About the tests


Texas uses Accountability Ratings to indicate the overall performance of each school and district. The ratings are based on TAKS test results, dropout rates for grades 7 and 8 and school completion rates for grades 9 through 12. Schools and districts rated under standard accountability procedures are designated as Exemplary, Recognized, Academically Acceptable or Academically Unacceptable. Schools and districts rated under alternative education accountability (AEA) procedures are designated as either AEA: Academically Acceptable or AEA: Academically Unacceptable.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Hispanic 52% 48%
Black 33% 14%
White 13% 34%
American Indian/Alaska Native 1% 0%
Asian/Pacific Islander 1% 4%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Special education 8%N/A10%
Gifted/talented students 4%N/A8%
Limited English proficient (LEP) 24%N/A17%
Economically disadvantaged 80%N/A55%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 17N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Beginning teachers 7%N/A8%
1 to 5 years 40%N/A30%
6 to 10 years 27%N/A20%
11 to 20 years 10%N/A23%
21 or more years 17%N/A19%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008
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2805 Laredo Dr
Fort Worth, TX 76116
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