Serving 628 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Colin Powell Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colin Powell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Colin Powell Elementary School's student population of 628 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
628 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Motto
Your child's future starts today in GPISD Pre-K.
School Rankings
Colin Powell Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colin Powell Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#379 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
6%
Hispanic
35%
54%
Black
34%
13%
White
13%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colin Powell Elementary School's ranking?
Colin Powell Elementary School is ranked #379 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Colin Powell Elementary School often compared to?
Colin Powell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garner Fine Arts Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Colin Powell Elementary School?
628 students attend Colin Powell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Colin Powell Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 13% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Colin Powell Elementary School?
Colin Powell Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Colin Powell Elementary School offer ?
Colin Powell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Colin Powell Elementary School part of?
Colin Powell Elementary School is part of Grand Prairie Independent School District.
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