Ryanwood, Fort Worth

Updated · 4,449 residents

Ryanwood is a quiet, low-density residential neighborhood in Fort Worth characterized by large detached homes on spacious, well-manicured lots. While the area offers a peaceful suburban environment with access to local parks, it remains a car-dependent community lacking in sidewalk infrastructure.

Key Highlights

Moderate PrivacyModerate WalkabilityUpscale and SpaciousGood for Dog WalkingSemi-Rural FeelSuburban Activity MixModerate Traffic NoisePoor Air QualityPurely ResidentialLower Insurance CoveragePredominantly LiberalDiverse Age RangeModerate Flood Risk
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About Ryanwood

Ryanwood is a predominantly residential area in Fort Worth that emphasizes privacy and open space. The neighborhood features a classic suburban layout with significant tree canopy and generous lot sizes, providing residents with private pools and well-maintained yards. It maintains a calm atmosphere with minimal commercial or industrial activity, making it a secluded retreat from the busier parts of the city. Notable local features include Sunset Hills Park and various community-focused organizations, which contribute to the area's modest, low-density character. According to iHuus data, the neighborhood provides a high level of acoustic comfort, ensuring a quiet living environment for its residents.

Prospective residents should note that the neighborhood is highly car-dependent, as the street grid lacks sidewalks and few amenities are within walking distance. While the area offers a peaceful environment, it faces challenges regarding air quality and local school district performance within the Fort Worth Independent School District. It is best suited for families or individuals who prioritize a quiet, private living space and are comfortable relying on personal vehicles for daily errands and commuting.

Neighborhood Scores Across 15 Qualities

Privacy Index
Score: 6 out of 10

Detached homes feature fenced yards and moderate spacing between neighbors, offering slightly more seclusion than the Fort Worth average. According to iHuus data, most residences maintain a consistent buffer between properties.

Ranked #30 in Fort Worth →
Walkability
Score: 6.5 out of 10

Sidewalk availability varies between residential streets, though low-traffic areas and safe crossings remain accessible. Walking accessibility in this area is lower than the Fort Worth average according to iHuus data.

Ranked #162 in Fort Worth →
Visual Appeal
Score: 6.8 out of 10

Large homes on generous lots with manicured lawns and private pools contribute to a visual aesthetic that is slightly above the Fort Worth average. According to iHuus data, the presence of multi-car driveways and premium amenities indicates an affluent residential character.

Ranked #112 in Fort Worth →
Dog Friendliness
Score: 6.2 out of 10

Large adjacent wooded areas and public parks with trails provide ample space for pets. While slightly below the Fort Worth average, the neighborhood features consistent sidewalk verges that support regular exercise routines.

Ranked #161 in Fort Worth →
Urban-Rural Index
Score: 7.2 out of 10

Low-density residential layouts feature scattered single-family homes and significant tree canopy. This area provides a slightly more open, semi-rural atmosphere compared to the typical Fort Worth urban landscape.

Ranked #64 in Fort Worth →
Neighborhood Vibe
Score: 5.7 out of 10

Varied pockets of activity range from quiet, rural landscapes to lively suburban blocks with accessible dining and parks. This level of local engagement and amenity availability is notably higher than the Fort Worth average, according to iHuus data.

Ranked #43 in Fort Worth →
Acoustic Comfort
Score: 5.5 out of 10

A steady hum of local traffic from a nearby busy street is present, though acoustic levels remain more favorable than the Fort Worth average according to iHuus data.

Ranked #35 in Fort Worth →
Air Quality
Score: 2 out of 10

Frequent unhealthy air quality levels pose a significant risk to sensitive groups. According to iHuus data, the air quality in Ryanwood is considerably worse than the average for Fort Worth.

Ranked #159 in Fort Worth →
Industrial Proximity
Score: 10 out of 10

Industrial facilities and warehouses are entirely absent from this area, providing a cleaner environment than the Fort Worth average. According to iHuus data, the neighborhood consists strictly of residential, recreational, and light school zones with no detected industrial hazards.

Ranked #1 in Fort Worth →
Health Insurance Coverage
Score: 4.9 out of 10

Health insurance enrollment in this area is lower than the Fort Worth average, according to iHuus data.

Ranked #156 in Fort Worth →
Ideological Lean
Score: 9.2 out of 10

Voting patterns and census indicators show a strong liberal leaning, which is notably more progressive than the average for Fort Worth. According to iHuus data, the area displays distinct political alignment compared to the rest of the city.

Ranked #39 in Fort Worth →
Population Age Profile
Score: 4.7 out of 10

A varied mix of young adults, families, and older residents characterizes the area. This demographic distribution is slightly more varied than the average found across Fort Worth, according to iHuus data.

Ranked #70 in Fort Worth →
Flood Safety
Score: 4.9 out of 10

Flood risk in this area is higher than the Fort Worth average; however, current FEMA studies for this specific location remain incomplete.

Ranked #85 in Fort Worth →

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Walkabilityavg 7.5
Score: 6.5 out of 10
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Acoustic Comfortavg 4.12
Score: 5.5 out of 10
Score: 2.8 out of 10
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Privacy Indexavg 5.64
Score: 6 out of 10
Score: 5 out of 10
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Visual Appealavg 6.38
Score: 6.8 out of 10
Score: 5.7 out of 10
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Dog Friendlinessavg 6.57
Score: 6.2 out of 10
Score: 6.5 out of 10
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Urban-Rural Indexavg 6.92
Score: 7.2 out of 10
Score: 6.5 out of 10
Neighborhood Vibeavg 4.56
Score: 5.7 out of 10
Score: 4.3 out of 10
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Health Insurance Coverageavg 5.8
Score: 4.9 out of 10
Score: 5.8 out of 10
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Air Qualityavg 3.68
Score: 2 out of 10
Score: 4 out of 10
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Industrial Proximityavg 8.13
Score: 10 out of 10
Score: 5.8 out of 10
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Flood Safetyavg 3.61
Score: 4.9 out of 10
Score: 2.2 out of 10
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Ideological Leanavg 5.62
Score: 9.2 out of 10
Score: 6.3 out of 10
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Population Age Profileavg 4.51
Score: 4.7 out of 10
Score: 4.7 out of 10
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Fire Safety
Score: not available
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School Quality
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School Districts Serving Ryanwood

Fort Worth Independent School District
Grades K–12137 schoolsRatings 2–10/10
3/10
Benbrook ElElementary
10/10
South Hi Mount ElElementary
10/10
Westpark ElElementary
10/10
Alice D ContrerasElementary
10/10
Riverside Applied Lrn CtrElementary
10/10
De Zavala ElElementary
10/10
Christene C Moss ElElementary
10/10
Tanglewood ElElementary
10/10
Marine Creek Collegiate H SHigh
10/10
Im Terrell Academy For Stem And VpaHigh
10/10
Overton Park ElElementary
10/10
Young Men's Leadership AcademyHigh
10/10
World Languages InstituteHigh
10/10
Tarrant Co College South/Fort Worth Collegiate H SHigh
10/10
Rolling Hills ElElementary
10/10
Texas Academy Of BiomedicalHigh
10/10
Young Women's Leadership AcademyHigh
10/10
Glen Park ElElementary
8/10
Maude I Logan ElElementary
8/10
Luella Merrett ElElementary
8/10
Meadowbrook ElElementary
8/10
Mitchell Boulevard ElElementary
8/10
North Hi Mount ElElementary
8/10
Oakhurst ElElementary
8/10
Paschal H SHigh
8/10
M L Phillips ElElementary
8/10
Trimble Technical H SHigh
8/10
Versia Williams ElElementary
8/10
Washington Heights ElElementary
8/10
Waverly Park ElElementary
8/10
Alice Carlson Applied Lrn CtrElementary
8/10
Applied Learning AcadMiddle
8/10
Mclean 6Th GradeMiddle
8/10
Lowery RoadElementary
8/10
Cesar Chavez PriElementary
8/10
Lily B Clayton ElElementary
8/10
Richard J Wilson ElElementary
8/10
Westcliff ElElementary
8/10
Worth Heights ElElementary
8/10
Success H SHigh
8/10
Daggett MontessoriElementary
8/10
Mcrae ElElementary
8/10
Dolores Huerta ElElementary
8/10
Benbrook Middle/High SchoolHigh
8/10
John T White ElElementary
8/10
Carter Park ElElementary
6/10
Carter-Riverside H SHigh
6/10
Manuel Jara ElElementary
6/10
Como ElElementary
6/10
Daggett ElElementary
6/10
Diamond Hill-Jarvis H SHigh
6/10
Forest Oak MiddleMiddle
6/10
Hubbard ElElementary
6/10
Natha Howell ElElementary
6/10
O D Wyatt H SHigh
6/10
Rosemont MiddleMiddle
6/10
Sam Rosen ElElementary
6/10
David K Sellars ElElementary
6/10
South Hills ElElementary
6/10
J T Stevens ElElementary
6/10
Sunrise - Mcmillan ElElementary
6/10
Bonnie BraeElementary
6/10
Seminary Hills Park ElElementary
6/10
Woodway ElElementary
6/10
Arlington Heights H SHigh
6/10
Burton Hill ElElementary
6/10
Elder MiddleMiddle
6/10
Greenbriar ElElementary
6/10
Mclean MiddleMiddle
6/10
Meacham MiddleMiddle
6/10
Morningside ElElementary
6/10
Charles Nash ElElementary
6/10
North Side H SHigh
6/10
Oaklawn ElElementary
6/10
A M Pate ElElementary
6/10
Carroll Peak ElElementary
6/10
Polytechnic H SHigh
6/10
Ridglea Hills ElElementary
6/10
Sagamore Hill ElElementary
6/10
Bruce Shulkey ElElementary
6/10
Southwest H SHigh
6/10
Springdale ElElementary
6/10
Stripling MiddleMiddle
6/10
Kirkpatrick MiddleMiddle
6/10
Bill J Elliott ElElementary
6/10
Pk Satellite CentersPrekindergarten
6/10
George Clarke ElElementary
4/10
Daggett MiddleMiddle
4/10
S S Dillow ElElementary
4/10
Dunbar H SHigh
4/10
Eastern Hills H SHigh
4/10
Van Zandt-Guinn ElElementary
4/10
Helbing ElElementary
4/10
Atwood Mcdonald ElElementary
4/10
Meadowbrook MiddleMiddle
4/10
Moore M H ElElementary
4/10
Maudrie Walton ElElementary
4/10
Western Hills ElElementary
4/10
Western Hills H SHigh
4/10
Int'l Newcomer AcadMiddle
4/10
Western Hills PriElementary
4/10
Boulevard HeightsOther
4/10
Diamond Hill ElElementary
4/10
J Martin Jacquet MiddleMiddle
4/10
East Handley ElElementary
4/10
Harlean Beal ElElementary
4/10
Kirkpatrick ElElementary
4/10
Monnig MiddleMiddle
4/10
Riverside MiddleMiddle
4/10
W J Turner ElElementary
4/10
Westcreek ElElementary
4/10
South Hills H SHigh
4/10
Jean Mcclung MiddleMiddle
4/10
Hazel Harvey Peace ElElementary
4/10
William James MiddleMiddle
2/10
Leonard MiddleMiddle
2/10
Morningside MiddleMiddle
2/10
West Handley ElElementary
2/10
T A Sims ElElementary
2/10
Edward Briscoe ElElementary
2/10
Rufino Mendoza Sr ElElementary
2/10
Eastern Hills ElElementary
2/10
W M Green ElElementary
2/10
Wedgwood MiddleMiddle
2/10
Clifford Davis ElElementary
2/10
Detent CtrHigh
Not rated
Jo Kelly Sp EdOther
Not rated
Assessment CtrOther
Not rated
Juvenile Justice Alternative Ed ProgramSecondary
Not rated
Fw Rgnl Program For DeafElementary
Not rated
Metro OpportunityHigh
Not rated
Insights Learning CenterElementary
Not rated
Tarrant Youth RecoverySecondary
Not rated
Transition CtrHigh
Not rated
Women's HavenOther
Not rated
Children's Medical CtrOther
Not rated
Bridge AssocHigh
Not rated

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ryanwood a walkable neighborhood?
Ryanwood is considered car-dependent. While it features low-traffic residential streets, the area lacks a comprehensive sidewalk network, making it difficult to reach local amenities on foot.
What are the schools like in the Ryanwood area?
The neighborhood is served by the Fort Worth Independent School District, which currently faces significant operational and financial challenges. Families may also consider options like the nearby Newman International Academy, which maintains higher performance ratings.
Is Ryanwood a good place for dog owners?
Yes, the area is well-suited for dog owners. It features two public parks with fields and woodsy trails that provide ample space for recreation and walking pets.