Serving 605 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Stephen F Austin Environmental Science Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% 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: 605 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Austin Elementary serves the northern part of Grand Prairie, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stephen F Austin Environmental Science Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Stephen F Austin Environmental Science Academy's student population of 605 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
605 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stephen F Austin Environmental Science Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stephen F Austin Environmental Science Academy is 0.30, 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
#1775 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
83%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stephen F Austin Environmental Science Academy's ranking?
Stephen F Austin Environmental Science Academy is ranked #1775 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Stephen F Austin Environmental Science Academy often compared to?
Stephen F Austin Environmental Science Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Dwight D Eisenhower Elementary School, Colin Powell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Stephen F Austin Environmental Science Academy?
605 students attend Stephen F Austin Environmental Science Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Stephen F Austin Environmental Science Academy students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stephen F Austin Environmental Science Academy?
Stephen F Austin Environmental Science Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stephen F Austin Environmental Science Academy offer ?
Stephen F Austin Environmental Science Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Stephen F Austin Environmental Science Academy part of?
Stephen F Austin Environmental Science Academy is part of Grand Prairie Independent School District.
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