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Grand Prairie Independent School District

Grand Prairie Fine Arts Academy

#6 in Best High Schools for the Arts in Texas
  • A
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 6-12
  • Grand Prairie, TX
  • 43 reviews
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A
    2. Diversity
      A
    3. Teachers
      A
    4. College Prep
      A-
    5. Clubs & Activities
      C+
    6. Health & Safety
      B+
    7. Administration
      B
    8. Sports
      NG
    9. Food
      B-
    10. Resources & Facilities
      C+
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    Grand Prairie Fine Arts Academy is a highly rated, public school located in Grand Prairie, TX. It has 741 students in grades 6-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 15 to 1. According to state test scores, 97% of students are at least proficient in math and 98% in reading.
    gpisd.org
    (972) 237-5603
    102 Gopher Blvd
    Grand Prairie, TX 75050

    Grand Prairie Fine Arts Academy Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    98%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    97%
    Average Graduation Rate
    90%
    Average SAT
    1160
    92 responses
    Average ACT
    28
    22 responses
    AP Enrollment
    67%
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    Living in the Area
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      B-
    2. Good for Families
      A-
    3. Housing
      C
    Median Household Income
    $53,626
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $984
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $148,300
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    B+
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    100%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.10 responses
    Poll
    90%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.10 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 15 responses
    Report
    • Musical Season
      47%
    • Teacher Performances
      33%
    • Homecoming
      7%
    • PROM!
      7%
    • School Dances
      7%

    Students

    Diversity
    A
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    741
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    41%
    100%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.10 responses
    100%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.10 responses
    10%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.10 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    15:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $50,622
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    20.7%
    80%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.10 responses
    80%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.10 responses
    70%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.10 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    C+
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Very Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Very Low
    Expenses Per Student
    $10,133/ year
    National
    $12,239
    60%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.10 responses
    10%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.10 responses
    40%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.10 responses
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    Grand Prairie Fine Arts Academy Reviews

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    I have been going to the Fine Arts since I was in the 6th grade. That was the first year it opened. That fact that I've been there all my middle school years and about to complete all of my high school time there means something. We are a small but very strong school overall. Every fine art strides to do their absolute best and I must say that they always deliver! Meanwhile, we are strong as academic school as well, with every student enrolled in Pre-AP and AP classes. The school's spirit has been slow to build up since it is still a relatively new school but this year has been at it's peak than ever before! At this rate, the Grand Prairie Fine Arts Academy will be on the map for one of the most successful schools in the state and nation. The Fine Arts honestly just needs a bigger building to match its talent but I still recommend this to any potential student reading this.
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    The teachers really care about the students and the class size helps. Students are encouraged a ton and tought to be themselves and outgoing. Many opportunities are offered to help students further their careers and interests. Great for those interested in the fine arts, including the behind the scenes! If you're interested in sports though our school doesn't offer them, however students have in the past created their own teams or jr leagues.
    Grand Prairie Fine Arts Academy or GPFAA for short is an incredible campus and I am so happy to have studied there! The arts are an aspect of this campus, and we are expected to perform in academics just as good as within our artistic expression courses! Just like every great thing there are flaws, but at GPFAA there are very few, and this ranges from a lack of performance spaces and a lack of parking spaces. Other than those few things I am happy!