- GRACE E HARDEMAN EL — 0.4 mi · Grades PK–5 · 600 students
- WATAUGA MIDDLE — 0.5 mi · Grades 6–8 · 572 students
- WATAUGA EL — 1.0 mi · Grades PK–5 · 700 students
- FOSTER VILLAGE EL — 1.3 mi · Grades PK–5 · 430 students
- NORTH RIDGE MIDDLE — 1.8 mi · Grades 6–8 · 662 students
- JOHN D SPICER EL — 1.8 mi · Grades PK–5 · 431 students
- NORTH RIDGE EL — 2.0 mi · Grades PK–5 · 510 students
- HALTOM H S — 2.1 mi · Grades 9–12 · 2,757 students
with district
with district
with district
| Metric | Birdville Independent School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 22,637 | 3,544 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 32 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $11,631/yr | $17,619/yr | ↓ 34% below avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 7/10 — Good | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birdville Independent School District (this district) | 7/10 | 62nd | 22,637 |
| Keller Independent School District | 9/10 | 84th | 34,078 |
| Hurst-Euless-Bedford Independent School District | 9/10 | 88th | 22,947 |
| Eagle Mountain-Saginaw Independent School District | 6/10 | 52nd | 23,196 |
🔢 Show the math behind this rating
Ranked against 1156 rated districts in TX → 62nd percentile → 7/10.
Source: Texas Education Agency STAAR, grades 3–8 Reading & Math (Meets Grade Level), 2023. Full methodology →
About Birdville Independent School District
Birdville Independent School District is the public school district assigned to zip code 76148 in Fort Worth, Texas. Serving students from Pre-K – 12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 76148. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Understanding the 7/10 Rating
With a rating of 7/10 (above average), Birdville Independent School District ranks among Texas’s above average-rated school systems. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Texas’ STAAR grades 3–8 Reading & Math assessments (2023 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Texas is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Birdville Independent School District earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in Texas. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 76148
Children in zip code 76148 are assigned to Birdville Independent School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 76148, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Birdville Independent School District at (817)547-5700 or visit www.birdvilleschools.net. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Texas districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Fort Worth
For families considering a purchase in the Fort Worth area, district assignment matters financially. Because Birdville Independent School District serves zip code 76148, homes in and around zip code 76148 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Texas, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Birdville Independent School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 76148.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Birdville Independent School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 76148 data.