SAM RAYBURN EL STEAM ACADEMY

School Overview
Sam Rayburn EL STEAM Academy, located in Grand Prairie, Texas, is a specialized elementary school within the Grand Prairie Independent School District that centers its curriculum around a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) framework. By integrating these disciplines into daily instruction, the academy aims to foster critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills, preparing students to navigate an increasingly technology-driven world. The school emphasizes hands-on learning experiences, encouraging students to explore real-world challenges through collaborative projects and inquiry-based activities.

Beyond its academic focus on innovation, Sam Rayburn is dedicated to cultivating a supportive and inclusive school community. The academy leverages its status as a STEAM-focused institution to provide students with unique resources and extracurricular opportunities that go beyond traditional elementary education. By focusing on both rigorous academics and personal development, the school strives to equip its students with the foundational tools necessary for future success in middle school and beyond, all while maintaining a strong commitment to the local Grand Prairie community.
463
Total Students
31.9
Full-Time Teachers
14.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
94.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for SAM RAYBURN EL STEAM ACADEMY
Demographic Student Count
White18
Hispanic391
Black35
Asian10
Two or More5
American Indian4
  • Hispanic
    391 (84.4 %)
  • Black
    35 (7.6 %)
  • White
    18 (3.9 %)
  • Asian
    10 (2.2 %)
  • Two or More
    5 (1.1 %)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.9 %)
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)264-8900
Website: http://www.gpisd.org/rayburn
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 463
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 31.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 363
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 73
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 20
Kindergarten 53
Grade 1 75
Grade 2 85
Grade 3 80
Grade 4 69
Grade 5 81

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for SAM RAYBURN EL STEAM ACADEMY
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten20
Kindergarten53
Grade 175
Grade 285
Grade 380
Grade 469
Grade 581
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for SAM RAYBURN EL STEAM ACADEMY
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female23450.5%
Male22949.5%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)