District Overview
Grand Prairie Independent School District is an active, traditional public school system headquartered at 2602 S Belt Line Rd in Grand Prairie, Texas. Situated in a vibrant suburban setting within the dynamic Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metropolitan area, the district operates 37 schools that deliver a seamless continuum of learning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. Serving a student body of over 26,100 learners, Grand Prairie ISD offers accessible, high-quality public education designed to support students across all stages of their academic growth, from early childhood foundational skills to advanced college and career readiness tracks.

Behind the district’s academic programs is a dedicated workforce of over 7,300 full-time equivalent professionals, including nearly 3,464 classroom teachers. This substantial instructional team enables an exceptional student-to-teacher ratio of approximately 7.5 to 1, ensuring that students benefit from individualized instruction and close mentorship. The teaching faculty is further bolstered by more than 330 instructional aides and approximately 3,515 specialized support staff, creating a well-rounded educational environment focused on student achievement, wellness, and community connection. Families, students, and educational researchers can learn more about the district's programs by visiting gpisd.org or contacting the district offices at (972) 237-5300.
37
Total Schools
26,129
Total Students
3,463.8
Full-Time Teachers
7.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for GRAND PRAIRIE ISD
Demographic Student Count
White1,842
Hispanic18,286
Black4,357
Asian873
Two or More636
American Indian117
Pacific Islander18
  • Hispanic
    18,286 (70.0%)
  • Black
    4,357 (16.7%)
  • White
    1,842 (7.0%)
  • Asian
    873 (3.3%)
  • Two or More
    636 (2.4%)
  • American Indian
    117 (0.4%)
  • Pacific Islander
    18 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in GRAND PRAIRIE ISD
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary22
Middle6
High8
Other4
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:3 Charter Schools
Number of schools:37
Students:26,129*
Teachers (FTE):3,463.8*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:7.5
Schools in GRAND PRAIRIE ISD
Found 40 Schools