SAM RAYBURN EL STEAM ACADEMY
463 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 18 |
| Hispanic | 391 |
| Black | 35 |
| Asian | 10 |
| Two or More | 5 |
| American Indian | 4 |
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Hispanic391 (84.4 %)
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Black35 (7.6 %)
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White18 (3.9 %)
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Asian10 (2.2 %)
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Two or More5 (1.1 %)
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American Indian4 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 20 |
| Kindergarten | 53 |
| Grade 1 | 75 |
| Grade 2 | 85 |
| Grade 3 | 80 |
| Grade 4 | 69 |
| Grade 5 | 81 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 234 | 50.5% |
| Male | 229 | 49.5% |
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