SUZANNA DICKINSON MONTESSORI ACADEMY

1902 PALMER TRL
GRAND PRAIRIE, TX 75052

www.gpisd.org/dickinson

421 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Suzanna Dickinson Elementary is a public school located in Grand Prairie, Texas, serving students as part of the Grand Prairie Independent School District (GPISD). Situated on Palmer Trail, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and student engagement. As a neighborhood elementary school, it plays a vital role in the local community, providing foundational education designed to prepare young learners for future success in middle school and beyond.

The school benefits from the resources and curriculum standards of the Grand Prairie ISD, offering a well-rounded educational program that typically includes core subjects such as reading, mathematics, science, and social studies, often complemented by enrichment activities. By focusing on a collaborative culture between educators, parents, and students, Suzanna Dickinson Elementary strives to create an inclusive atmosphere where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential. For families looking for specific details regarding current academic ratings, campus events, or registration procedures, the school’s official website serves as a primary hub for community communication.

421

Total Students

29.5

Full-Time Teachers

14.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

72.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for SUZANNA DICKINSON MONTESSORI ACADEMY
Demographic	Student Count
White	55
Hispanic	245
Black	83
Asian	14
Two or More	19
American Indian	4
Pacific Islander	1

Hispanic
245 (58.2%)
Black
83 (19.7%)
White
55 (13.1%)
Two or More
19 (4.5%)
Asian
14 (3.3%)
American Indian
4 (1.0%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.2%)

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)641-1664
Website:	http://www.gpisd.org/dickinson
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	421
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	29.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	246
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	59

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 97

Kindergarten 53

Grade 1 38

Grade 2 56

Grade 3 61

Grade 4 69

Grade 5 47