Serving 117 students in grades 9-12, Richard Milburn Academy Fort Worth 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 117 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 15-19% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richard Milburn Academy Fort Worth ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Richard Milburn Academy Fort Worth's student population of 117 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
117 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Richard Milburn Academy Fort Worth ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richard Milburn Academy Fort Worth is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8087 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
46%
53%
Black
36%
13%
White
15%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
15-19%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Richard Milburn Academy Fort Worth's ranking?
Richard Milburn Academy Fort Worth is ranked #8087 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Richard Milburn Academy Fort Worth often compared to?
Richard Milburn Academy Fort Worthis often viewed alongside schools like Western Hills High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Richard Milburn Academy Fort Worth?
The graduation rate of Richard Milburn Academy Fort Worth is 15-19%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Richard Milburn Academy Fort Worth?
117 students attend Richard Milburn Academy Fort Worth.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Richard Milburn Academy Fort Worth students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richard Milburn Academy Fort Worth?
Richard Milburn Academy Fort Worth has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Richard Milburn Academy Fort Worth offer ?
Richard Milburn Academy Fort Worth offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Richard Milburn Academy Fort Worth part of?
Richard Milburn Academy Fort Worth is part of Richard Milburn Alter High School (Killeen) School District.
In what neighborhood is Richard Milburn Academy Fort Worth located?
Richard Milburn Academy Fort Worth 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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