SOLAR PREPARATORY SCHOOL FOR GIRLS AT BONHAM

SOLAR PREPARATORY SCHOOL FOR GIRLS AT BONHAM is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the DALLAS ISD school district, located in DALLAS, TX with about 294 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 3rd Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 19 teachers, SOLAR PREPARATORY SCHOOL FOR GIRLS AT BONHAM has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

SOLAR PREPARATORY SCHOOL FOR GIRLS AT BONHAM, located in the historic Bonham building in the Knox/Henderson area of Dallas, is a unique choice-based public school within the Dallas Independent School District. Serving students from Pre-K through 8th grade, the school utilizes a specialized STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) curriculum designed specifically for girls. Its educational philosophy is rooted in the "Solar" model, which emphasizes leadership development, social-emotional learning, and project-based instruction to help young women cultivate confidence and academic excellence in traditionally male-dominated fields.

As a transformation school, Solar Prep operates with a focus on socioeconomic diversity, drawing students from across the district through an application process rather than traditional neighborhood boundaries. The school is known for its rigorous academic environment and its commitment to empowering students to become innovative thinkers and community leaders. By blending personalized learning with a supportive, girl-centered culture, the school aims to bridge the gender gap in STEAM careers while fostering a collaborative and inclusive educational experience.

For more information, contact SOLAR PREPARATORY SCHOOL FOR GIRLS AT BONHAM at (972) 749-4300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.