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#1182 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 14% in state

William B Travis World Language Academy

Elementary School · GRAND PRAIRIE ISD

525 NE 15TH ST, Grand Prairie, TX 75050

Charter

Enrollment

681

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#1,182 of 8,552

In Grand Prairie

#5 of 53

public schools

In district

#4 of 38

GRAND PRAIRIE ISD

Academic growth

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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William B Travis World Language Academy

8.2/10

Elementary School in Grand Prairie · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About William B Travis World Language Academy

William B Travis World Language Academy is a public elementary school in Grand Prairie, TX, part of GRAND PRAIRIE ISD. William B Travis World Language Academy serves approximately 681 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. William B Travis World Language Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,182 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for William B Travis World Language Academy show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).

How it compares2.6 pts above district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 5.6
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

William B Travis World Language Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-1.87 pts/yr
Data Period2015–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-2.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.3 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+7.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,976
Chronic Absenteeism22.6%

William B Travis World Language Academy — Students at William B Travis World Language Academy score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

93%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 42.5% (multi-year average, 2015-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 35.4% (multi-year average, 2015-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 18 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2015
Math
61%
ELA
50%
2016
Math
60%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
35%
ELA
30%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
36%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
36%
2020*
Math
16%
ELA
19%
2021*
Math
16%
ELA
19%
2022
Math
41.1%
ELA
34.8%
2024
Math
41%
ELA
44%

* 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: 9.1/10.

How William B Travis World Language Academy Compares

See how William B Travis World Language Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
86th percentile in TX
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
93%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
53 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

525 NE 15TH ST, Grand Prairie, TX 75050

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering William B Travis World Language Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GOLDEN RULE GRAND PRAIRIE (rated 8.1/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Desoto), with a very similar rating. Another option is STEPHEN F AUSTIN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE ACADEMY (rated 7.3/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Grand Prairie, see our Grand Prairie schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Grand Prairie 0.4 mi 6.3
UPLIFT EDUCATION - UPLIFT GRAND PREPARATORY Dallas 0.9 mi 4.1
UPLIFT GRAND SECONDARY Dallas 0.9 mi 7.2
UPLIFT GRAND H S Dallas 0.9 mi 7.0
DELMAS F MORTON EL Grand Prairie 0.9 mi 5.0
GRAND PRAIRIE H S Grand Prairie 0.9 mi 4.1
GRAND PRAIRIE FINE ARTS ACADEMY Grand Prairie 1.0 mi 8.0
CROCKETT EARLY EDUCATION SCHOOL Grand Prairie 1.3 mi 3.6
HECTOR P GARCIA EL Grand Prairie 1.2 mi 3.3
JAMES FANNIN MIDDLE Grand Prairie 1.4 mi 3.5
HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - GRAND PRAIRIE Grand Prairie 1.4 mi 5.3
JAMES BOWIE FINE ARTS ACADEMY Grand Prairie 1.5 mi 5.1
STEPHEN F AUSTIN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE ACADEMY Grand Prairie 1.4 mi 7.3
HOBBS WILLIAMS EL Grand Prairie 1.9 mi 4.5
JUAN N SEGUIN EL Grand Prairie 2.0 mi 4.2
DIGITAL ARTS & TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY AT ADAMS MIDDLE Grand Prairie 1.7 mi 5.4
YWLA AT BILL ARNOLD Grand Prairie 2.1 mi 4.3
GOLDEN RULE GRAND PRAIRIE Desoto 2.1 mi 8.1
CROSSWINDS ACCELERATED H S Grand Prairie 1.8 mi 4.5
BONHAM EES Grand Prairie 2.3 mi 5.0

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about William B Travis World Language Academy

What grades does William B Travis World Language Academy serve?

William B Travis World Language Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend William B Travis World Language Academy?

William B Travis World Language Academy has an enrollment of approximately 681 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at William B Travis World Language Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at William B Travis World Language Academy is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does William B Travis World Language Academy rank in TX?

William B Travis World Language Academy ranks #1,182 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is William B Travis World Language Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

William B Travis World Language Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 William B Travis World Language Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, William B Travis World Language Academy has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).

Is William B Travis World Language Academy a charter school?

Yes, William B Travis World Language Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is William B Travis World Language Academy a Title I school?

No, William B Travis World Language Academy is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William B Travis World Language Academy?

93.0% of students at William B Travis World Language 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
48 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
681
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
53
Free/Reduced Lunch
93.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Dallas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.6%

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