Serving 395 students in grades 6-12, Grand Prairie Collegiate Institute ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class="so-dt-title" id="top-rankings">Top Rankings麻豆果冻传媒>
Grand Prairie Collegiate Institute ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview麻豆果冻传媒>
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings麻豆果冻传媒>
Grand Prairie Collegiate Institute's student population of 395 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
Grand Prairie Collegiate Institute ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grand Prairie Collegiate Institute is 0.57, 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
#370 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
61%
53%
Black
24%
13%
White
9%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions麻豆果冻传媒> What is Grand Prairie Collegiate Institute's ranking?
Grand Prairie Collegiate Institute is ranked #370 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Grand Prairie Collegiate Institute often compared to?
Grand Prairie Collegiate Instituteis often viewed alongside schools like Ronald W Reagan Middle School, Uplift Education - Uplift Grand Preparatory by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Grand Prairie Collegiate Institute?
The graduation rate of Grand Prairie Collegiate Institute is 80%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Grand Prairie Collegiate Institute?
395 students attend Grand Prairie Collegiate Institute.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Grand Prairie Collegiate Institute students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Grand Prairie Collegiate Institute?
Grand Prairie Collegiate Institute has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Grand Prairie Collegiate Institute offer ?
Grand Prairie Collegiate Institute offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Grand Prairie Collegiate Institute part of?
Grand Prairie Collegiate Institute is part of Grand Prairie Independent School District.
School Reviews麻豆果冻传媒>Review Grand Prairie Collegiate Institute. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Review Grand Prairie Collegiate Institute. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
麻豆果冻传媒 Articles
College Application Requirement for High School Graduation? DC Weighs Possibility
The article discusses a proposal in Washington D.C. to make college applications a requirement for high school graduation. It examines the potential benefits and drawbacks of such a policy, including its impact on graduation rates and college attendance. The piece also considers similar initiatives in other states and the debate surrounding this approach
Bribing Students to Get Good Grades: The Debate
This piece explores the controversial practice of offering monetary rewards to students for good grades. It examines studies conducted in various cities, discussing the effectiveness of such programs and the ethical concerns they raise. The article presents arguments from both supporters and critics of this approach to student motivation.
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.