ELLEN OCHOA STEM ACADEMY AT BEN MILIAM EL
696 Students
Elementary School Pre-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.
696
Total Students
46.7
Full-Time Teachers
14.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
81.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 20 |
| Hispanic | 616 |
| Black | 40 |
| Asian | 10 |
| Two or More | 7 |
| American Indian | 3 |
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Hispanic616 (88.5%)
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Black40 (5.7%)
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White20 (2.9%)
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Asian10 (1.4%)
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Two or More7 (1.0%)
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American Indian3 (0.4%)
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: | Pre-K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 696 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 46.7 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 14.9 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 503 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 62 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
69
Kindergarten
99
Grade 1
101
Grade 2
115
Grade 3
106
Grade 4
96
Grade 5
110
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 69 |
| Kindergarten | 99 |
| Grade 1 | 101 |
| Grade 2 | 115 |
| Grade 3 | 106 |
| Grade 4 | 96 |
| Grade 5 | 110 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 343 | 49.3% |
| Male | 353 | 50.7% |
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