Serving 716 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lorenzo De Zavala Environmental Science Academy 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 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower 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 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 716 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lorenzo De Zavala Environmental Science Academy's student population of 716 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
716 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Lorenzo De Zavala Environmental Science Academy 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 Lorenzo De Zavala Environmental Science Academy is 0.37, 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
#3456 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
78%
54%
Black
14%
13%
White
5%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lorenzo De Zavala Environmental Science Academy's ranking?
Lorenzo De Zavala Environmental Science Academy is ranked #3456 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lorenzo De Zavala Environmental Science Academy often compared to?
Lorenzo De Zavala Environmental Science Academyis often viewed alongside schools like William B Travis World Language Academy, Sallye R Moore College & Career Preparatory, James Bowie Fine Arts Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lorenzo De Zavala Environmental Science Academy?
716 students attend Lorenzo De Zavala Environmental Science Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Lorenzo De Zavala Environmental Science Academy students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lorenzo De Zavala Environmental Science Academy?
Lorenzo De Zavala Environmental Science Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lorenzo De Zavala Environmental Science Academy offer ?
Lorenzo De Zavala Environmental Science Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lorenzo De Zavala Environmental Science Academy part of?
Lorenzo De Zavala Environmental Science Academy is part of Grand Prairie Independent School District.
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