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Fort Worth school ratings and districts

By Mariela Lovo Ol, REALTOR® · Updated

Fort Worth school ratings and districts vary more than most buyers expect. Fort Worth ISD covers the largest share of the city, but the city's comprehensive plan lists 15 other districts serving parts of Fort Worth. Here is how to sort them out.

Which school districts serve Fort Worth?

Fort Worth ISD serves the central city. Other districts serving parts of Fort Worth include Keller, Northwest, Eagle Mountain-Saginaw, Crowley and Aledo ISDs, among others.

In the Alliance corridor, an address may be in Keller, Northwest or Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD. In the southwest, some addresses are in Crowley ISD. Walsh, on the far west side, is served by Aledo ISD.

What are the official district ratings?

The Texas Education Agency's 2026 A–F accountability ratings give these overall district results, with scores in parentheses. Fort Worth ISD: C (77). Keller ISD: B (84). Northwest ISD: B (82). Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD: C (77). Crowley ISD: B (80). Aledo ISD: A (92).

For the other districts and for each campus, use TXschools.gov.

How does school assignment work in Fort Worth ISD?

Students are assigned to a zoned campus by address, and the district's School Site Locator shows the zoned schools. Fort Worth ISD also runs Gold Seal programs of choice, which use a lottery.

Charter and private schools are other options. Verify school assignment for any address directly with the district, because boundaries can change.

If you are moving mid-year, the district's New to FWISD page explains enrollment steps and documents. Plan tours around the campuses you will actually be zoned to.

How do I check the district before I buy?

Confirm the district on the appraisal record and with the district's locator before you write an offer. Save homes in more than one district while you compare in Fort Worth homes for sale.

The school district is also the largest line on most tax bills. Compare rates on the Fort Worth property tax page.

Common questions

What school district is Fort Worth in?

Fort Worth ISD serves the largest share, but the city's comprehensive plan lists 15 other districts serving parts of Fort Worth. Verify school assignment for any address directly with the district.

What is Fort Worth ISD's TEA rating?

Fort Worth ISD received an overall C, with a score of 77, in the Texas Education Agency's 2026 A–F ratings. Campus ratings are posted on TXschools.gov.

What are Gold Seal programs?

Gold Seal programs of choice are Fort Worth ISD schools and programs that students enter through a lottery rather than by zone. Check the district's enrollment site for timelines.

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