Best Schools in Grand Prairie, Texas
54 schools in the directory · 37 Elementary · 7 Middle · 8 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Grand Prairie by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Cora Spencer EL
Elementary · Mansfield ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
School for the Highly Gifted
Elementary · Grand Prairie ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
David Daniels EL Academy of Science & Math
Elementary · Grand Prairie ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated public schools in Grand Prairie are Cora Spencer EL (8.4/10), School for the Highly Gifted (8.3/10), and David Daniels EL Academy of Science & Math (8.2/10), among 50 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored.
Schools
54
53 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.9
50 public schools · out of 10
Districts
5
serving the city
Schools
54
53 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.9
50 public schools · out of 10
Districts
5
serving the city
Rates 8.2/10 despite 91% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.7 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Grand Prairie public schools in the current comparison.
STAAR proficiency rose +15.3 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Grand Prairie public schools in the current comparison across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Grand Prairie
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using public schools that meet the current coverage rules (Top 10 of 50 rated schools; 54 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cora Spencer EL | 8.4 / 10 |
| 2 | School for the Highly Gifted | 8.3 / 10 |
| 3 | David Daniels EL Academy of Science & Math | 8.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Ywla at Bill Arnold | 8.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Juan N Seguin EL | 7.9 / 10 |
| 6 | West EL | 7.9 / 10 |
| 7 | Louise Cabaniss Academy | 7.8 / 10 |
| 8 | Dwight D Eisenhower EL | 7.6 / 10 |
| 9 | Harry S Truman Middle | 7.6 / 10 |
| 10 | Global Leadership Academy at Barbara Bush EL | 7.3 / 10 |
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About Schools in Grand Prairie, Texas
Grand Prairie, Texas is home to 54 schools, including 53 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 37 elementary schools, 7 middle schools, and 8 high schools.
The 50 public schools in this comparison average 5.9 out of 10 on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-scoring public school in this comparison is Cora Spencer EL with a composite score of 8.4/10.
Grand Prairie is served by 5 school districts. These districts collectively serve 150,291 students.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
37 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 657 students · Pre-K–4th | 8.4 |
| 2 | 125 students · 1st–8th | 8.3 |
| 3 | 400 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.2 |
| 4 | 622 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.9 |
| 5 | 434 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.9 |
| 6 | 486 students · Pre-K–4th | 7.8 |
| 7 | 575 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.6 |
| 8 | 447 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.3 |
| 9 | 412 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.1 |
| 10 | 651 students · Pre-K–4th | 7.1 |
Show all 37 elementary schools in Grand Prairie
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
7 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 473 students · 6th–8th | 7.6 |
| 2 | 927 students · 6th–8th | 6.0 |
| 3 | 872 students · 6th–8th | 5.5 |
| 4 | 672 students · 6th–8th | 5.2 |
| 5 | 464 students · 6th–8th | 4.8 |
| 6 | 382 students · 6th–8th | 4.3 |
| 7 | 577 students · 6th–8th | 3.9 |
High Schools
8 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 501 students · 6th–12th | 8.0 |
| 2 | 884 students · 6th–12th | 7.2 |
| 3 | 386 students · 6th–12th | 6.8 |
| 4 | 1,573 students · 9th–12th | 6.7 |
| 5 | 39 students · 6th–12th | 6.3 |
| 6 | 3,364 students · 9th–12th | 5.1 |
| 7 | 757 students · 9th–12th | 4.9 |
| 8 | 2,914 students · 9th–12th | 4.4 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 377 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 5.1 |
| 2 | 536 students · Pre-K–12th | 4.4 |
Schools in Grand Prairie
Grand Prairie, Texas · 54 schools
Schools by Level
- State
- Texas
- Elementary
- 37
- Middle
- 7
- High
- 8
- Other
- 2
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Grand Prairie, Texas
How many schools are in Grand Prairie, Texas?
Grand Prairie has 54 schools, including 53 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Grand Prairie, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for 50 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules in Grand Prairie is 5.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Grand Prairie, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Grand Prairie on MySchoolScout is Cora Spencer EL with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Grand Prairie, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Grand Prairie on MySchoolScout is Cora Spencer EL with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Grand Prairie, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Grand Prairie on MySchoolScout is Harry S Truman Middle with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best high school in Grand Prairie, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Grand Prairie on MySchoolScout is Ywla at Bill Arnold with a composite score of 8.0/10.
How many school districts serve Grand Prairie, Texas?
Grand Prairie is served by 5 school districts: Harmony Public Schools - North Texas, International Leadership of Texas (iltexas), Arlington ISD, Grand Prairie ISD, Mansfield ISD.
Are there private schools in Grand Prairie, Texas?
Yes, Grand Prairie has 1 private school alongside 53 public schools. The top-rated private school is Immaculate Conception School with a score of 6.4/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Grand Prairie, Texas?
Among 50 public schools in Grand Prairie that meet this comparison's coverage rules and report a student-teacher ratio, the average is 15.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Grand Prairie, Texas?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education sources. Schools with enough data receive a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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