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#7223 of 8,552 schools in TX

Ywla at Bill Arnold

High School · GRAND PRAIRIE ISD

1204 E MARSHALL DR, Grand Prairie, TX 75051

Enrollment

501

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

4.3

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#7,223 of 8,552

In Grand Prairie

#40 of 53

public schools

In district

#28 of 38

GRAND PRAIRIE ISD

School environment

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Ywla at Bill Arnold

4.3/10

High School in Grand Prairie · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Ywla at Bill Arnold

Ywla at Bill Arnold is a public high school in Grand Prairie, TX, part of GRAND PRAIRIE ISD. Ywla at Bill Arnold serves approximately 501 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Ywla at Bill Arnold has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #7,223 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Ywla at Bill Arnold show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 4.3 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • TX avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress1.6Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-5.45 pts/yr
Data Period2012–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics3.5Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-23.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-17.3 pts
Overall Proficiency29% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-10.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
College Readiness4.5Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate50%+
AP Participation18.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,976

Ywla at Bill Arnold — Students at Ywla at Bill Arnold score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

84.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 47.1% (multi-year average, 2012-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 53.3% (multi-year average, 2012-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 24 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2012
Math
74%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
74%
ELA
78%
2015
Math
74%
ELA
76%
2016
Math
78%
ELA
74%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
39%
2018
Math
36%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
36%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
30%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
30%
2022
Math
20.6%
ELA
42.2%
2024
Math
20%
ELA
37%

* 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: 1.6/10.

How Ywla at Bill Arnold Compares

See how Ywla at Bill Arnold performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.3/10
16th percentile in TX
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.4
Sports
1
0 boys' · 1 girls'
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
85%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
18.6% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics1sport offered
0 boys'·1 girls'·1 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses3 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
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

1204 E MARSHALL DR, Grand Prairie, TX 75051

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ywla at Bill Arnold may also want to explore other high schools in the area. UPLIFT GRAND H S (rated 7.0/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Dallas), which scores notably higher. Another option is SOUTH GRAND PRAIRIE H S (rated 5.1/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LYNDON B JOHNSON DAEP (rated 4.6/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Grand Prairie, see our Grand Prairie schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
HOBBS WILLIAMS EL Grand Prairie 0.1 mi 4.5
BONHAM EES Grand Prairie 0.2 mi 5.0
GOLDEN RULE GRAND PRAIRIE Desoto 0.3 mi 8.1
JUAN N SEGUIN EL Grand Prairie 0.7 mi 4.2
CROCKETT EARLY EDUCATION SCHOOL Grand Prairie 0.8 mi 3.6
YMLA AT JOHN F KENNEDY MIDDLE Grand Prairie 1.0 mi 4.1
SAM RAYBURN EL STEAM ACADEMY Grand Prairie 1.3 mi 4.9
GLOBAL LEADERSHIP ACADEMY AT BARBARA BUSH EL Grand Prairie 1.5 mi 4.1
DELMAS F MORTON EL Grand Prairie 1.5 mi 5.0
JAMES BOWIE FINE ARTS ACADEMY Grand Prairie 1.5 mi 5.1
ELLEN OCHOA STEM ACADEMY AT BEN MILIAM EL Grand Prairie 1.5 mi 5.7
UPLIFT EDUCATION - UPLIFT GRAND PREPARATORY Dallas 1.9 mi 4.1
UPLIFT GRAND SECONDARY Dallas 1.9 mi 7.2
UPLIFT GRAND H S Dallas 1.9 mi 7.0
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Grand Prairie 2.0 mi 6.3
ERVIN C WHITT EL Grand Prairie 2.0 mi 5.8
WILLIAM B TRAVIS WORLD LANGUAGE ACADEMY Grand Prairie 2.1 mi 8.2
LYNDON B JOHNSON DAEP Grand Prairie 2.0 mi 4.6
ADVANTAGE ACADEMY Dallas 1.8 mi 4.9
SOUTH GRAND PRAIRIE H S Grand Prairie 2.1 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75051 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,124

Median Home Value

$196,700

Median Rent

$1,183/mo

Population

40,263

College Educated

14.9%

Homeownership

47.4%

Avg Commute

25.8 min

Poverty Rate

17.7%

Median Age

31.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ywla at Bill Arnold

What grades does Ywla at Bill Arnold serve?

Ywla at Bill Arnold serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Ywla at Bill Arnold?

Ywla at Bill Arnold has an enrollment of approximately 501 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ywla at Bill Arnold?

The student-teacher ratio at Ywla at Bill Arnold is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ywla at Bill Arnold rank in TX?

Ywla at Bill Arnold ranks #7,223 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Ywla at Bill Arnold's MySchoolScout rating?

Ywla at Bill Arnold has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Ywla at Bill Arnold?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ywla at Bill Arnold has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).

Is Ywla at Bill Arnold a charter school?

No, Ywla at Bill Arnold is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ywla at Bill Arnold a Title I school?

No, Ywla at Bill Arnold is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ywla at Bill Arnold?

84.8% of students at Ywla at Bill Arnold 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
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
501
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
84.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Dallas County
4-Year Graduation
50%+

District

GRAND PRAIRIE ISD
District Enrollment
26,638
Schools in District
39
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,976
District Rank
#28 of 38

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