Amon Carter Riverside High School is a grade 9-12 high school in Fort Worth, Texas. It has over 1,200 students. Carter Riverside is a Texas Education Agency recognized school in the Fort Worth Independent School District.
Serving 1,030 students in grades 9-12, Carter-riverside 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 8% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,030 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carter-riverside High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Carter-riverside High School's student population of 1,030 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,030 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Year Founded
1936
Colors
White, Blue, Red
School Calendar
School Motto
ALL IN: Purpose - Urgency - Action!
School Rankings
Carter-riverside High School 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 Carter-riverside High School is 0.24, 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
#7997 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
87%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
5%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Amon Carter Riverside Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carter-riverside High School's ranking?
Carter-riverside High School is ranked #7997 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carter-riverside High School?
The graduation rate of Carter-riverside High School is 81%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Carter-riverside High School?
1,030 students attend Carter-riverside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Carter-riverside High School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carter-riverside High School?
Carter-riverside High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carter-riverside High School offer ?
Carter-riverside High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Carter-riverside High School part of?
Carter-riverside High School is part of Fort Worth Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Carter-riverside High School located?
Carter-riverside High School is located in the Carter Riverside neighborhood of Fort Worth, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Carter Riverside.
School Reviews
5 11/29/2011
Carter Riverside High School is one of the best school around the area, it has very good teachers. I think it should work more on the couching area. Although the school lack of money overall it is a good school
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