Below Average
#7018 of 8,552 schools in TX
Crosswinds Accelerated H S
School · GRAND PRAIRIE ISD
1100 N CARRIER PKWY, Grand Prairie, TX 75050
Enrollment
536
Student-Teacher
28.2:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
536
Student-Teacher
28.2:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,018 of 8,552
In Grand Prairie
#38 of 53
public schools
In district
#27 of 38
GRAND PRAIRIE ISD
Academic growth
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About Crosswinds Accelerated H S
Crosswinds Accelerated H S is a public school in Grand Prairie, TX, part of GRAND PRAIRIE ISD. Crosswinds Accelerated H S serves approximately 536 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 28.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Crosswinds Accelerated H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #7,018 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Crosswinds Accelerated H S show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Crosswinds Accelerated H S sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Crosswinds Accelerated H S runs 28.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Crosswinds Accelerated H S — Students at Crosswinds Accelerated H S score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.2/10.
How Crosswinds Accelerated H S Compares
See how Crosswinds Accelerated H S performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1100 N CARRIER PKWY, Grand Prairie, TX 75050
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Crosswinds Accelerated H S may also want to explore other schools in the area. GRAND PRAIRIE COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE (rated 8.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WILLIAM B TRAVIS WORLD LANGUAGE ACADEMY (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GRAND PRAIRIE FINE ARTS ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Grand Prairie, see our Grand Prairie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75050 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,484
Median Home Value
$224,400
Median Rent
$1,412/mo
Population
44,402
College Educated
22.7%
Homeownership
43%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
15.8%
Median Age
31.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Crosswinds Accelerated H S
What grades does Crosswinds Accelerated H S serve?
Crosswinds Accelerated H S serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Crosswinds Accelerated H S?
Crosswinds Accelerated H S has an enrollment of approximately 536 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Crosswinds Accelerated H S?
The student-teacher ratio at Crosswinds Accelerated H S is 28.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Crosswinds Accelerated H S rank in TX?
Crosswinds Accelerated H S ranks #7,018 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Crosswinds Accelerated H S's MySchoolScout rating?
Crosswinds Accelerated H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Crosswinds Accelerated H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Crosswinds Accelerated H S has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Crosswinds Accelerated H S a charter school?
No, Crosswinds Accelerated H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Crosswinds Accelerated H S a Title I school?
No, Crosswinds Accelerated H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Crosswinds Accelerated H S?
64.2% of students at Crosswinds Accelerated H S qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 536
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 28.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.2%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dallas County
- Phone
- (972) 522-2950
- 4-Year Graduation
- 70.0%
Resources & Links
District
GRAND PRAIRIE ISD- District Enrollment
- 26,638
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,976
- District Rank
- #27 of 38
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