COLIN POWELL EL

COLIN POWELL EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the GRAND PRAIRIE ISD school district, located in GRAND PRAIRIE, TX with about 534 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 33 teachers, COLIN POWELL EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

COLIN POWELL ELementary School, located in Grand Prairie, Texas, is part of the Grand Prairie Independent School District (GPISD). Serving students in the local community, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and student engagement. Its curriculum is designed to meet state standards while preparing children for success in their future educational endeavors, often incorporating the district's focus on innovative teaching strategies and personalized learning.

Beyond core academics, the school places a strong emphasis on community involvement and the well-being of its students. As an elementary institution, it prioritizes building a strong foundation in literacy and mathematics, complemented by extracurricular opportunities that encourage creativity and social collaboration. By maintaining a connection to the broader GPISD mission, COLIN POWELL ELementary strives to provide a safe, inclusive atmosphere where students are empowered to reach their full potential.

For more information, contact COLIN POWELL EL at (972) 642-3961 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

5009 S CARRIER PKWY
GRAND PRAIRIE, TX 75052-2439
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COLIN POWELL EL is a public Title I school in GRAND PRAIRIE, TX with about 534 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
GRAND PRAIRIE ISD
Total Students:
534
Teachers:
33
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 534 students

Black or African American
31.5%
Hispanic/Latino
30.1%
White
20.6%
Asian
12.2%
Two or more races
4.9%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
47.2%
Male
52.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.