The Fort Worth Independent School District board has approved a plan to close 18 campuses, mostly elementary schools, over the next five years due to declining enrollment and budget constraints.
The closures are part of the district’s Facility Master Plan. Four schools had already been approved for closure, and 14 more have now been added.
Closure Timeline:
June 2025:
- Eastern Hills Elementary
- S.S. Dillow Elementary
June 2026:
- Charles E. Nash Elementary
- Edward J. Briscoe Elementary
- Milton L. Kirkpatrick Elementary
- Riverside Applied Learning Academy
June 2027:
- A.M. Pate Elementary
- Atwood McDonald Elementary
- De Zavala Elementary
- J.T. Stevens Elementary
June 2028:
- Harlean Beal Elementary
- H.V. Helbing Elementary
- McLean 6th Grade
- Sunrise-McMillan Elementary
- West Handley Elementary
June 2029:
- Hubbard Heights Elementary
- Kirkpatrick Middle
- Morningside Middle
The district says funds from the closures will be reinvested into classrooms, programs, and student support.