ERVIN C WHITT EL

ERVIN C WHITT 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 649 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 39 teachers, ERVIN C WHITT 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.

Ervin C. Whitt Elementary is a public school located in Grand Prairie, Texas, serving students as part of the Grand Prairie Independent School District. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging academic environment that focuses on foundational learning and student development. By emphasizing core curriculum standards and student achievement, the campus aims to prepare its young learners for success in their future educational endeavors.

Beyond academics, the school places a strong emphasis on community and character-building, striving to create an inclusive atmosphere where students feel encouraged to reach their full potential. As part of the GPISD network, Whitt Elementary utilizes various district resources and instructional strategies to address the diverse needs of its student population. For families looking for more specific information regarding school programs, extracurricular activities, or campus initiatives, the official website provides detailed updates and administrative resources.

For more information, contact ERVIN C WHITT EL at (972) 264-5024 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

3320 S EDELWEISS
GRAND PRAIRIE, TX 75052
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ERVIN C WHITT EL is a public Title I school in GRAND PRAIRIE, TX with about 649 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:
649
Teachers:
39.45
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 schoolwide school
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 649 students

Hispanic/Latino
59.9%
Black or African American
20.3%
White
16.6%
Asian
1.7%
Two or more races
1.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
52.4%
Male
47.6%

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.