The district serves most of the cities of Grapevine and Colleyville and includes small portions of Euless, Hurst, and Southlake.
[11] In 2009, the school district was rated "recognized" by the Texas Education Agency.
Dr. Robin Ryan joined GCISD as Superintendent on June 15, 2010.
He has served 35 years in education, all in Texas, including as principal of Colleyville Heritage High School from 2004 to 2006.
In May 2018, Dr. Ryan was named the 2018 Region XI Superintendent of the Year.