Serving 349 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bill J Elliott 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 44%). 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 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bill J Elliott Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bill J Elliott Elementary School's student population of 349 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
349 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Rankings
Bill J Elliott Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bill J Elliott Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#7480 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
18%
53%
Black
69%
13%
White
6%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Bill J Elliott Elementary School's ranking?
Bill J Elliott Elementary School is ranked #7480 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Bill J Elliott Elementary School often compared to?
Bill J Elliott Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lowery Road 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 44% TX state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Bill J Elliott Elementary School?
349 students attend Bill J Elliott Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Bill J Elliott Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bill J Elliott Elementary School?
Bill J Elliott Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bill J Elliott Elementary School offer ?
Bill J Elliott Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Bill J Elliott Elementary School part of?
Bill J Elliott Elementary School is part of Fort Worth Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Bill J Elliott Elementary School located?
Bill J Elliott Elementary School is located in the Hollow Hills neighborhood of Fort Worth, TX.
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