The top reported proficiency rate is 29% in Math. The lowest is 5% in Science.
Original Research by School Decision on Seminary Hills Park El
Seminary Hills Park Elementary is a small, PreK-through-5th-grade school in Fort Worth serving a student body that is nearly entirely eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, with a student population that is largely Hispanic and Black. The school enrolls roughly small-to-moderate enrollment for its grade span, fairly balanced across early grades and slightly smaller in fifth grade.
State test results show low proficiency across subjects. In the most recent STAAR assessments, third-grade math proficiency was in the low range, and fifth-grade math and science proficiency were similarly low. English language arts proficiency in third grade was comparable to math; fifth-grade results were not available for ELA (the test group was very small). Across all tested subjects and grade levels, the school's overall proficiency index places it in the bottom quartile relative to other schools in Tarrant County. A parent may want to look into what support the school offers students who are below grade level, particularly in upper elementary, where proficiency drops further.
The school's student composition reflects Fort Worth's broader demographics. The student body is predominantly Hispanic, with a significant Black student population, a smaller Asian enrollment, and very few white or multiracial students. The overwhelming majority of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, a marker of economic hardship at the family level. No data was available on the share of English learners or students with IEPs, so understanding whether the school has specialized language support or special education services requires direct inquiry with the school.
Fort Worth itself is one of the nation's fastest-growing cities, with rapid residential expansion especially on the western and northwestern edges. The housing market has tightened considerably in recent years; median home values in the 76115 zip code where the school sits are moderate relative to national and state benchmarks, but rental costs have climbed. The city's economy centers on aerospace and defense manufacturing, American Airlines headquarters, health care, and education. Downtown, the Cultural District with its museums, the historic Stockyards, and the walkable Near Southside are civic anchors, though much of daily life for most residents is dispersed across neighborhoods rather than tied to a single center. Public transit exists through Trinity Metro and TEXRail, though coverage and ridership are modest compared to larger transit systems.
For families choosing this school, the reality is a campus serving a high-poverty student population with academic results that indicate many students are not yet meeting grade-level standards in core subjects. The school is part of Fort Worth ISD, a large, geographically dispersed district. Whether this school is the right fit depends on what the family values: proximity, community ties, or specific programs the school offers. Direct conversation with school leadership about intervention strategies, how the school supports students below grade level, and what the growth trajectory looks like would help parents make an informed decision.
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