Serving 406 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, M L Phillips 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
M L Phillips Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
M L Phillips Elementary School's student population of 406 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
406 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
M L Phillips Elementary 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 M L Phillips Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#7477 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
51%
53%
Black
32%
13%
White
13%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is M L Phillips Elementary School's ranking?
M L Phillips Elementary School is ranked #7477 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are M L Phillips Elementary School often compared to?
M L Phillips Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ridglea Hills Elementary School, Luella Merrett Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend M L Phillips Elementary School?
406 students attend M L Phillips Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of M L Phillips Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of M L Phillips Elementary School?
M L Phillips Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does M L Phillips Elementary School offer ?
M L Phillips Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is M L Phillips Elementary School part of?
M L Phillips Elementary School is part of Fort Worth Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is M L Phillips Elementary School located?
M L Phillips Elementary School is located in the Ridglea Hills neighborhood of Fort Worth, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in Ridglea Hills.
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