Serving 525 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Hi Mount Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher 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 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 525 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Hi Mount Elementary School's student population of 525 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
525 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
South Hi Mount Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Hi Mount Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#3531 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
68%
53%
Black
13%
13%
White
14%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 South Hi Mount Elementary School's ranking?
South Hi Mount Elementary School is ranked #3531 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend South Hi Mount Elementary School?
525 students attend South Hi Mount Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of South Hi Mount Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Hi Mount Elementary School?
South Hi Mount Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Hi Mount Elementary School offer ?
South Hi Mount Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is South Hi Mount Elementary School part of?
South Hi Mount Elementary School is part of Fort Worth Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is South Hi Mount Elementary School located?
South Hi Mount Elementary School is located in the Arlington Heights neighborhood of Fort Worth, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Arlington Heights.
School Reviews
5 9/19/2011
I do not like ths school. I did not have a good experience with one of the teachers. I also do not like the pick up routine.
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