Serving 95 students in grades 9-12, Elmer C Watson High 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 95 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elmer C Watson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Elmer C Watson High School's student population of 95 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
95 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Elmer C Watson High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elmer C Watson High School is 0.67, which is more 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
#5144 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
41%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
51%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%

Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%

Hispanic
44%
53%

Black
28%
13%

White
25%
25%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
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 Elmer C Watson High School's ranking?
Elmer C Watson High School is ranked #5144 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elmer C Watson High School?
The graduation rate of Elmer C Watson High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Elmer C Watson High School?
95 students attend Elmer C Watson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Elmer C Watson High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 25% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elmer C Watson High School?
Elmer C Watson High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elmer C Watson High School offer ?
Elmer C Watson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Elmer C Watson High School part of?
Elmer C Watson High School is part of Eagle MT-Saginaw Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Elmer C Watson High School located?
Elmer C Watson High School is located in the Lake Crest Estates neighborhood of Fort Worth, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Lake Crest Estates.
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