Serving 884 students in grades 6-12, Grand Prairie Fine Arts Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 884 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grand Prairie Fine Arts Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Grand Prairie Fine Arts Academy's student population of 884 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
884 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Rankings
Grand Prairie Fine Arts Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grand Prairie Fine Arts Academy is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#443 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
57%
53%
Black
16%
13%
White
20%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grand Prairie Fine Arts Academy's ranking?
Grand Prairie Fine Arts Academy is ranked #443 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Grand Prairie Fine Arts Academy?
The graduation rate of Grand Prairie Fine Arts Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Grand Prairie Fine Arts Academy?
884 students attend Grand Prairie Fine Arts Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Grand Prairie Fine Arts Academy students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grand Prairie Fine Arts Academy?
Grand Prairie Fine Arts Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Grand Prairie Fine Arts Academy offer ?
Grand Prairie Fine Arts Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Grand Prairie Fine Arts Academy part of?
Grand Prairie Fine Arts Academy is part of Grand Prairie Independent School District.
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