Below Average
#7447 of 8,552 schools in TX
Grand Prairie H S
High School · GRAND PRAIRIE ISD
101 GOPHER BLVD, Grand Prairie, TX 75050
Enrollment
2,914
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
4.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,914
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
4.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,447 of 8,552
In Grand Prairie
#42 of 53
public schools
In district
#30 of 38
GRAND PRAIRIE ISD
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About Grand Prairie H S
Grand Prairie H S is a public high school in Grand Prairie, TX, part of GRAND PRAIRIE ISD. Grand Prairie H S serves approximately 2,914 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Grand Prairie H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #7,447 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Grand Prairie H S show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
What's said publicly about Grand Prairie H S
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026. Reviewed for accuracy.
Sources (3)
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Grand Prairie H S is a large school: 2,914 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
46% of students at Grand Prairie H S were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Grand Prairie H S — Students at Grand Prairie H S score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.5%
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: 4.9/10.
How Grand Prairie H S Compares
See how Grand Prairie 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
101 GOPHER BLVD, Grand Prairie, TX 75050
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Grand Prairie H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. GRAND PRAIRIE COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE (rated 8.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GRAND PRAIRIE FINE ARTS ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, UPLIFT GRAND H S (rated 7.0/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Dallas), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Grand Prairie, see our Grand Prairie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 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 Grand Prairie H S
What grades does Grand Prairie H S serve?
Grand Prairie H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Grand Prairie H S?
Grand Prairie H S has an enrollment of approximately 2,914 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grand Prairie H S?
The student-teacher ratio at Grand Prairie H S is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Grand Prairie H S rank in TX?
Grand Prairie H S ranks #7,447 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Grand Prairie H S's MySchoolScout rating?
Grand Prairie H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Grand Prairie H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Grand Prairie H S has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Grand Prairie H S a charter school?
No, Grand Prairie H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Grand Prairie H S a Title I school?
No, Grand Prairie H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Grand Prairie H S?
80.5% of students at Grand Prairie 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,914
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 182
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.2%
- Phone
- (972) 809-5711
- 4-Year Graduation
- 91.0%
Resources & Links
District
GRAND PRAIRIE ISD- District Enrollment
- 26,638
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,976
- District Rank
- #30 of 38
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