Serving 572 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 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). 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 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 572 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- 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 572 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
572 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Stephen F Austin Environmental Science Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stephen F Austin Environmental Science Academy is 0.35, 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
#1653 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
80%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
8%
25%
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
71%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stephen F Austin Environmental Science Academy's ranking?
Stephen F Austin Environmental Science Academy is ranked #1653 out of 8,188 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?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
572 students attend Stephen F Austin Environmental Science Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Stephen F Austin Environmental Science Academy students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% 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 16:1, 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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