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#4689 of 8,552 schools in TX
Grimes Education Center
High School · CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD
1745 HUTTON, Carrollton, TX 75006
Enrollment
107
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
107
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,689 of 8,552
In Carrollton
#28 of 40
public schools
In district
#25 of 38
CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Grimes Education Center
Grimes Education Center is a public high school in Carrollton, TX, part of CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD. Grimes Education Center serves approximately 107 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Grimes Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,689 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Grimes Education Center show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 107 students, Grimes Education Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Grimes Education Center 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.
Score Breakdown
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Grimes Education Center — Students at Grimes Education Center score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 18 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.4/10.
How Grimes Education Center Compares
See how Grimes Education Center 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
1745 HUTTON, Carrollton, TX 75006
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Grimes Education Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. RANCHVIEW H S (rated 7.4/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Irving), which scores notably higher. Another option is TURNER H S (rated 5.4/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH (rated 3.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Farmers Branch), a more accessible option. For more schools in Carrollton, see our Carrollton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BRIDGEWAY PREPARATORY ACADEMY Dallas | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| CENTRAL EL Carrollton | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| PERRY MIDDLE Carrollton | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| WISDOM ACADEMY Dallas | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| TURNER H S Carrollton | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| CARROLLTON EL Carrollton | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH Farmers Branch | 1.6 mi | 3.7 |
| ARBORCREEK MONTESSORI ACADEMY Dallas | 1.6 mi | — |
| ARBORCREEK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Farmers Branch | 1.6 mi | — |
| HUIE SPECIAL EDUC CTR Carrollton | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| FIELD MIDDLE Farmers Branch | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| GOOD EL Carrollton | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| FARMERS BRANCH EL Farmers Branch | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| THE ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Carrollton | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| MARY IMMACULATE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Farmers Branch | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| LANDRY EL Irving | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| BLAIR EL Farmers Branch | 2.1 mi | 9.0 |
| OAK CREST PRIVATE SCHOOL Carrollton | 2.4 mi | 7.2 |
| RANCHVIEW H S Irving | 2.3 mi | 7.4 |
| MONA MONTESSORI ACADEMY Carrollton | 2.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75006 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,466
Median Home Value
$296,500
Median Rent
$1,528/mo
Population
47,648
College Educated
32.7%
Homeownership
52%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
36.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HEALY-MURPHY CENTER San Antonio, TX | 6.1 |
| PLAINS H S Plains, TX | 6.1 |
| BOYS RANCH H S Boys Ranch, TX | 6.0 |
| BRAZOS SUCCESS ACADEMY Freeport, TX | 6.0 |
| QALAM COLLEGIATE ACADEMY Richardson, TX | 6.0 |
| TRIUMPH PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS-SAN BENITO San Benito, TX | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Grimes Education Center
What grades does Grimes Education Center serve?
Grimes Education Center serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Grimes Education Center?
Grimes Education Center has an enrollment of approximately 107 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grimes Education Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Grimes Education Center is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Grimes Education Center rank in TX?
Grimes Education Center ranks #4,689 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Grimes Education Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Grimes Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Grimes Education Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Grimes Education Center has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Grimes Education Center a charter school?
No, Grimes Education Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Grimes Education Center a Title I school?
No, Grimes Education Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Grimes Education Center?
69.2% of students at Grimes Education Center 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
- 107
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.2%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dallas County
- Phone
- (972) 968-5600
- 4-Year Graduation
- 62.0%
Resources & Links
District
CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD- District Enrollment
- 24,386
- Schools in District
- 40
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,227
- District Rank
- #25 of 38
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