Best Public Schools in Zip Code 76126

The 76126 zip code area in Fort Worth, Texas is home to 4 schools, including 3 elementary schools and 1 middle/high school, all part of the Fort Worth Independent School District, except for Basis Benbrook, a public charter school.

Among the standout schools in this area, Westpark Elementary ranks in the top 10% of Texas elementary schools, with strong test scores and a relatively low percentage of free/reduced lunch students. Similarly, Basis Benbrook outperforms the district and state averages in reading and math proficiency, especially in the upper elementary grades, and ranks in the top 15% of Texas elementary schools. In contrast, Benbrook Elementary lags behind, with the lowest test scores and the highest free/reduced lunch rate among the schools in the area.

The data also reveals that Benbrook Middle/High School has a strong 90.6% 4-year graduation rate and a low 2.2% dropout rate, but its test scores are mixed, performing above the district but below the state in many subjects. The spending per student does not seem to directly correlate with academic performance, as Benbrook Elementary has the highest spending but the lowest test scores, while Westpark Elementary has lower spending but stronger academic outcomes.