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Best 76117 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 6,069 students in 76117, TX (there are 1 private school, serving 36 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 76117, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 76117, TX are Idea Achieve College Preparatory, David E Smith Elementary School and Idea Achieve Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 76117 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 76117, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 76117, TX Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Idea Achieve College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1900 Thomas Rd
Haltom City, TX 76117
(956) 885-4700
Gr: 6-11 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
David E Smith Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
3701 Layton Ave
Haltom City, TX 76117
(817) 547-1600
Gr: PK-5 | 640 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Idea Achieve Academy
Charter School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1900 Thomas Rd
Haltom City, TX 76117
(817) 885-4700
Gr: K-5 | 585 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #44.
Birdville Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3111 Carson St
Haltom City, TX 76117
(817) 547-1500
Gr: PK-5 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #55.
Natha Howell Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1324 King's Hwy
Haltom City, TX 76117
(817) 814-9300
Gr: PK-5 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #66.
Haltom Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
5001 Hutchison Way
Haltom City, TX 76117
(817) 547-4000
Gr: 6-8 | 909 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #77.
O H Stowe Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
4201 Rita Ln
Haltom City, TX 76117
(817) 547-2400
Gr: PK-5 | 660 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #88.
West Birdville Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
3001 Layton Ave
Haltom City, TX 76117
(817) 547-2500
Gr: PK-5 | 665 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #99.
Cheney Hills Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
3001 Dreeben Dr
Haltom City, TX 76117
(817) 547-2300
Gr: PK-5 | 696 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #1010.
North Oaks Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
4800 Jordan Park Dr
Haltom City, TX 76117
(817) 547-4600
Gr: 6-8 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #1111.
Bob E Griggs High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
6010 Walker St
Haltom City, TX 76117
(817) 547-5400
Gr: 9-12 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 65%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 76117, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 76117, TX include Idea Achieve College Preparatory, David E Smith Elementary School and Idea Achieve Academy.
How many public schools are located in 76117?
11 public schools are located in 76117.
What percentage of students in 76117 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 76117 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 76117?
76117 public schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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