Serving 623 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dwight D Eisenhower Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 623 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Eisenhower Elementary serves the northern part of Grand Prairie, TX, covering an area of approximately 10.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dwight D Eisenhower Elementary School's student population of 623 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
623 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dwight D Eisenhower Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dwight D Eisenhower Elementary School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3872 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
77%
54%
Black
10%
13%
White
9%
24%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dwight D Eisenhower Elementary School's ranking?
Dwight D Eisenhower Elementary School is ranked #3872 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Dwight D Eisenhower Elementary School often compared to?
Dwight D Eisenhower Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stephen F Austin Environmental Science Academy, Harmony Science Academy - Grand Prairie, Larson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Dwight D Eisenhower Elementary School?
623 students attend Dwight D Eisenhower Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Dwight D Eisenhower Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dwight D Eisenhower Elementary School?
Dwight D Eisenhower Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dwight D Eisenhower Elementary School offer ?
Dwight D Eisenhower Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Dwight D Eisenhower Elementary School part of?
Dwight D Eisenhower Elementary School is part of Grand Prairie Independent School District.
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