Very Good
#3085 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 36% in state
Garner Fine Arts Academy
Elementary School · GRAND PRAIRIE ISD
145 POLO RD, Grand Prairie, TX 75052
Enrollment
835
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
835
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,085 of 8,552
In Grand Prairie
#12 of 53
public schools
In district
#7 of 38
GRAND PRAIRIE ISD
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About Garner Fine Arts Academy
Garner Fine Arts Academy is a public elementary school in Grand Prairie, TX, part of GRAND PRAIRIE ISD. Garner Fine Arts Academy serves approximately 835 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Garner Fine Arts Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,085 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Garner Fine Arts Academy show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 5.6
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Garner Fine Arts Academy — Students at Garner Fine Arts Academy score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 6.8/10.
How Garner Fine Arts Academy Compares
See how Garner Fine Arts Academy 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
145 POLO RD, Grand Prairie, TX 75052
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garner Fine Arts Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. COLIN POWELL EL (rated 8.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION - GRAND PRAIRIE (rated 7.2/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MIKE MOSELEY EL (rated 6.7/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Grand Prairie, see our Grand Prairie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COLIN POWELL EL Grand Prairie | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| FLORENCE HILL EL Grand Prairie | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| HARRY S TRUMAN MIDDLE Grand Prairie | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| RONALD W REAGAN MIDDLE Grand Prairie | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| SUZANNA DICKINSON MONTESSORI ACADEMY Grand Prairie | 1.2 mi | 3.3 |
| MIKE MOSELEY EL Grand Prairie | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION - GRAND PRAIRIE Grand Prairie | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| ANDREW JACKSON MIDDLE Grand Prairie | 2.0 mi | 3.3 |
| LORENZO DE ZAVALA ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE ACADEMY Grand Prairie | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| CJ & ANNE HYMAN EL Dallas | 2.1 mi | 3.6 |
| STARRETT EL Grand Prairie | 2.1 mi | 3.8 |
| SOUTH GRAND PRAIRIE H S Grand Prairie | 2.6 mi | 5.1 |
| ERVIN C WHITT EL Grand Prairie | 2.7 mi | 5.8 |
| SALLYE R MOORE COLLEGE & CAREER PREPARATORY Grand Prairie | 2.7 mi | 5.8 |
| ILTEXAS GRAND PRAIRIE MIDDLE Grand Prairie | 2.7 mi | 5.7 |
| ILTEXAS GRAND PRAIRIE EL Grand Prairie | 2.7 mi | 4.4 |
| LYNDON B JOHNSON DAEP Grand Prairie | 3.0 mi | 4.6 |
| THURGOOD MARSHALL LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Grand Prairie | 3.0 mi | 5.7 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE - DALLAS Dallas | 2.6 mi | 5.0 |
| JOHN A DUBISKI CAREER H S Grand Prairie | 3.0 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75052 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,320
Median Home Value
$282,100
Median Rent
$1,680/mo
Population
95,485
College Educated
32.5%
Homeownership
64.1%
Avg Commute
29.2 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
34.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Garner Fine Arts Academy
What grades does Garner Fine Arts Academy serve?
Garner Fine Arts Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Garner Fine Arts Academy?
Garner Fine Arts Academy has an enrollment of approximately 835 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garner Fine Arts Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Garner Fine Arts Academy is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Garner Fine Arts Academy rank in TX?
Garner Fine Arts Academy ranks #3,085 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Garner Fine Arts Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Garner Fine Arts Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Garner Fine Arts Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Garner Fine Arts Academy has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Garner Fine Arts Academy a charter school?
No, Garner Fine Arts Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Garner Fine Arts Academy a Title I school?
No, Garner Fine Arts Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Garner Fine Arts Academy?
48.9% of students at Garner Fine Arts Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 835
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.1%
- Phone
- (972) 262-5000
Resources & Links
District
GRAND PRAIRIE ISD- District Enrollment
- 26,638
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,976
- District Rank
- #7 of 38
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