Gililland Elementary
Gililland Elementary School
Who We Are
Gililland Elementary is a PK-5 bilingual campus and home of the Eagles.
Located in the heart of Blue Mound, Texas, we serve a culturally rich and diverse student population where inclusion and growth are celebrated daily. We are committed to building a strong foundation in literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional learning through positive relationships and high expectations.
Our Mission
Gililland Eagles collaborate and support each other and soar to excellence. We are committed to setting high expectations, fostering a growth mindset, and continuously improving our instructional practices to ensure all students thrive.
A Culture of Excellence.
Our Points of Pride
Our school community is united by tradition, service, and a shared belief in every student’s potential. Campus highlights include:
- A bilingual, inclusive campus offering services such as Gifted & Talented, ESL, Special Education, Dyslexia, and Speech Therapy
- Student leadership and enrichment opportunities including Student Council, UIL Academics, Honor Choir, and campus clubs like Running Club, Basketball Club, and Chess Club
- A strong focus on consistent communication through biweekly newsletters, Remind messages, Skyward updates, grade-level news, and marquee announcements
- Family engagement through PTA, Eagle Eyes volunteers, and events such as Literacy Night, Math & Science Night, and the 5th Grade Dance
Our History
Built in 1959, Gililland Elementary was originally known as Blue Mound Elementary. It was renamed to honor the campus’s first principal, Lonnie A. Gililland. With decades of service to the Blue Mound community, Gililland is one of EMS ISD’s original five elementary campuses. The school has seen many updates over time, including expansion projects such as the Perkins Wing, gym, and cafeteria additions. Today, Gililland serves approximately 500 students and remains a pillar of academic and community pride.
To learn more about Mr. Gililland and his lasting impact on EMS ISD, visit our Campus Namesake page.
The Community We Serve
We proudly serve the students of Blue Mound City, where approximately 76.5% of students are eligible for free or reduced lunch. Gililland is a Title I campus that supports a high percentage of English Language Learners and Special Education students, with a focus on equitable access and student achievement.
Our feeder campuses include:
- Highland Middle School
- Prairie Vista Middle School
- Saginaw High School
Together, we are helping Eagles soar by preparing every student to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally.
