Needs Improvement
#7982 of 8,552 schools in TX
James Fannin Middle
Middle School · GRAND PRAIRIE ISD
301 NE 28TH ST, Grand Prairie, TX 75050
Enrollment
672
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
3.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
672
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
3.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,982 of 8,552
In Grand Prairie
#49 of 53
public schools
In district
#35 of 38
GRAND PRAIRIE ISD
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James Fannin Middle
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About James Fannin Middle
James Fannin Middle is a public middle school in Grand Prairie, TX, part of GRAND PRAIRIE ISD. James Fannin Middle serves approximately 672 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. James Fannin Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #7,982 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for James Fannin Middle show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.5
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at James Fannin Middle 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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James Fannin Middle — Students at James Fannin Middle score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.6%
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: 4.2/10.
How James Fannin Middle Compares
See how James Fannin Middle 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
301 NE 28TH ST, Grand Prairie, TX 75050
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering James Fannin Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. WILLIAM B TRAVIS WORLD LANGUAGE ACADEMY (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GOLDEN RULE GRAND PRAIRIE (rated 8.1/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Desoto), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GRAND PRAIRIE FINE ARTS ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Grand Prairie, see our Grand Prairie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HECTOR P GARCIA EL Grand Prairie | 0.4 mi | 3.3 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Grand Prairie | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| WILLIAM B TRAVIS WORLD LANGUAGE ACADEMY Grand Prairie | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| CROCKETT EARLY EDUCATION SCHOOL Grand Prairie | 1.9 mi | 3.6 |
| DELMAS F MORTON EL Grand Prairie | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| GOLDEN RULE GRAND PRAIRIE Desoto | 2.4 mi | 8.1 |
| HOBBS WILLIAMS EL Grand Prairie | 2.3 mi | 4.5 |
| UPLIFT EDUCATION - UPLIFT GRAND PREPARATORY Dallas | 2.2 mi | 4.1 |
| UPLIFT GRAND SECONDARY Dallas | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| UPLIFT GRAND H S Dallas | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| YWLA AT BILL ARNOLD Grand Prairie | 2.5 mi | 4.3 |
| GRAND PRAIRIE H S Grand Prairie | 2.2 mi | 4.1 |
| ELLIOTT EL Irving | 2.7 mi | 6.6 |
| GRAND PRAIRIE FINE ARTS ACADEMY Grand Prairie | 2.4 mi | 8.0 |
| BONHAM EES Grand Prairie | 2.7 mi | 5.0 |
| NANCY J COCHRAN EL Dallas | 2.5 mi | 8.0 |
| JUAN N SEGUIN EL Grand Prairie | 2.7 mi | 4.2 |
| NIMITZ H S Irving | 3.0 mi | 5.2 |
| TOWNLEY EL Irving | 3.1 mi | 3.7 |
| JAMES BOWIE FINE ARTS ACADEMY Grand Prairie | 2.7 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood 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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|---|---|
| LINCOLN MIDDLE Port Arthur, TX | 3.5 |
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| PEASE MIDDLE San Antonio, TX | 3.5 |
| SLAYTER CREEK MIDDLE Anna, TX | 3.5 |
| UPLIFT WILLIAMS PREPARATORY MIDDLE Dallas, TX | 3.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James Fannin Middle
What grades does James Fannin Middle serve?
James Fannin Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend James Fannin Middle?
James Fannin Middle has an enrollment of approximately 672 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at James Fannin Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at James Fannin Middle is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does James Fannin Middle rank in TX?
James Fannin Middle ranks #7,982 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is James Fannin Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
James Fannin Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 James Fannin Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, James Fannin Middle has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
Is James Fannin Middle a charter school?
No, James Fannin Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is James Fannin Middle a Title I school?
No, James Fannin Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for James Fannin Middle?
93.6% of students at James Fannin Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 672
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.4%
- Phone
- (972) 262-8668
Resources & Links
District
GRAND PRAIRIE ISD- District Enrollment
- 26,638
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,976
- District Rank
- #35 of 38
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