ELLEN OCHOA STEM ACADEMY AT BEN MILIAM EL
650 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
School Overview
Ellen Ochoa STEM Academy at Ben Milam Elementary, located in Grand Prairie, Texas, is a specialized magnet school within the Grand Prairie Independent School District that focuses on providing a rigorous, hands-on education in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Named after the first Hispanic woman in space, the academy aims to foster innovation and critical thinking by integrating STEM concepts across the core curriculum. The school emphasizes project-based learning, which encourages students to solve real-world problems and develop the collaborative skills necessary for future success in a technology-driven workforce.
The academy is designed to cultivate a high-achieving learning environment that prepares students for secondary-level STEM programs. By leveraging state-of-the-art resources and dedicated faculty, Ellen Ochoa STEM Academy offers a unique educational experience that extends beyond traditional classroom instruction. Through its commitment to excellence and diversity, the school strives to inspire the next generation of engineers, scientists, and inventors, ensuring that all students are equipped with the technical literacy and academic foundation needed to excel in an increasingly globalized society.
The academy is designed to cultivate a high-achieving learning environment that prepares students for secondary-level STEM programs. By leveraging state-of-the-art resources and dedicated faculty, Ellen Ochoa STEM Academy offers a unique educational experience that extends beyond traditional classroom instruction. Through its commitment to excellence and diversity, the school strives to inspire the next generation of engineers, scientists, and inventors, ensuring that all students are equipped with the technical literacy and academic foundation needed to excel in an increasingly globalized society.
650
Total Students
40.9
Full-Time Teachers
15.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
86.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 22 |
| Hispanic | 537 |
| Black | 69 |
| Asian | 9 |
| Two or More | 9 |
| American Indian | 3 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Hispanic537 (82.6 %)
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Black69 (10.6 %)
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White22 (3.4 %)
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Asian9 (1.4 %)
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Two or More9 (1.4 %)
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American Indian3 (0.5 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | N/A |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | GRAND PRAIRIE ISD |
| Phone: | (972)262-7131 |
| Website: | http://www.gpisd.org/ochoa |
| Grade Range: | K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 650 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 40.9 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 15.9 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 503 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 62 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
94
Grade 1
115
Grade 2
117
Grade 3
109
Grade 4
104
Grade 5
111
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 94 |
| Grade 1 | 115 |
| Grade 2 | 117 |
| Grade 3 | 109 |
| Grade 4 | 104 |
| Grade 5 | 111 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 329 | 50.6% |
| Male | 321 | 49.4% |
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