Serving 1,721 students in grades 9-12, North Side 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 17% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,721 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Side High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
North Side High School's student population of 1,721 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 114 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,721 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
114 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Side 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 North Side High School is 0.12, 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
#7652 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
94%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
2%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Side High School's ranking?
North Side High School is ranked #7652 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are North Side High School often compared to?
North Side High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Diamond Hill-jarvis High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Side High School?
The graduation rate of North Side High School is 85%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend North Side High School?
1,721 students attend North Side High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of North Side High School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Side High School?
North Side High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Side High School offer ?
North Side High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is North Side High School part of?
North Side High School is part of Fort Worth Independent School District.
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