Grand Prairie ISD Email Format
Primary and Secondary EducationTexas, United States1001-5000 Employees
Grand Prairie Independent School District is a public education system serving primary and secondary students across 39 campuses in a 58-square-mile area of Grand Prairie, Texas, educating roughly 26,000 students in the Dallas County portion of the city. The district operates 25 elementary schools, seven middle schools, two ninth-grade centers, three high schools, and two alternative education sites. As the largest local employer, GPISD supports its instructional and administrative operations with a substantial staff. It emphasizes student success through engaging learning experiences, collaborative leadership, and a focus on maximizing achievement, guided by five plays that shape curriculum, instruction, data use, relationships, and leadership. The district serves a diverse student population and traces its history to its establishment in 1902. In May 2026, GPISD was recognized with the Trusted Learning Environment Mini Seal for its Professional Development Practice, reflecting a commitment to data privacy and professional development standards.