GRAND PRAIRIE COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE
Charter School
395 Students
High School 6th - 12th
School Overview
Grand Prairie Collegiate Institute (GPCI), located in Grand Prairie, Texas, is an innovative choice school within the Grand Prairie Independent School District that focuses on a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum. Serving students from grades 6 through 12, the institute is designed to bridge the gap between secondary education and higher education. It operates on a specialized model that emphasizes STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) and leadership development, ensuring that students are not only academically prepared for university-level coursework but also equipped with the critical thinking and problem-solving skills necessary for success in a global workforce.
A hallmark of GPCI is its commitment to early college opportunities. By partnering with higher education institutions, the school provides students the chance to earn significant college credit, including the potential to graduate with an Associate Degree alongside their high school diploma. The environment is intentionally focused on high expectations and personalized instruction, fostering a collegiate culture where students are encouraged to take ownership of their academic paths. Through this focused approach, Grand Prairie Collegiate Institute aims to empower a diverse student body to become future leaders and innovators in their chosen fields.
A hallmark of GPCI is its commitment to early college opportunities. By partnering with higher education institutions, the school provides students the chance to earn significant college credit, including the potential to graduate with an Associate Degree alongside their high school diploma. The environment is intentionally focused on high expectations and personalized instruction, fostering a collegiate culture where students are encouraged to take ownership of their academic paths. Through this focused approach, Grand Prairie Collegiate Institute aims to empower a diverse student body to become future leaders and innovators in their chosen fields.
395
Total Students
27.6
Full-Time Teachers
14.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
66.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 35 |
| Hispanic | 242 |
| Black | 93 |
| Asian | 17 |
| Two or More | 8 |
-
Hispanic242 (61.3 %)
-
Black93 (23.5 %)
-
White35 (8.9 %)
-
Asian17 (4.3 %)
-
Two or More8 (2.0 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | N/A |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | GRAND PRAIRIE ISD |
| Phone: | (972)343-3120 |
| Website: | http://www.gpisd.org/gpci |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 395 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 27.6 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 14.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 210 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 53 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
110
Grade 7
66
Grade 8
88
Grade 9
45
Grade 10
36
Grade 11
24
Grade 12
26
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 110 |
| Grade 7 | 66 |
| Grade 8 | 88 |
| Grade 9 | 45 |
| Grade 10 | 36 |
| Grade 11 | 24 |
| Grade 12 | 26 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 142 | 35.9% |
| Male | 253 | 64.1% |
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
652 Students
High School 6th - 12th
93 Students
High School 6th - 12th
3,351 Students
High School 9th - 12th
1,488 Students
High School 9th - 12th
Charter School
363 Students
High School 9th - 12th
3,001 Students
High School 8th - 12th
838 Students
High School 6th - 12th
Charter School
232 Students
High School 9th - 12th
Charter School
596 Students
High School 7th - 12th
Charter School
592 Students
High School 6th - 12th
3,370 Students
High School 9th - 12th
2,074 Students
High School 9th - 12th
2,391 Students
High School 9th - 12th
4,501 Students
High School 8th - 12th
438 Students
High School 9th - 12th
403 Students
High School 9th - 12th
2,361 Students
High School 9th - 12th
Charter School
366 Students
High School 9th - 12th
Charter School
469 Students
High School 9th - 12th
2,538 Students
High School 9th - 12th