Ferris is an easy 20 minute commute from downtown Dallas, straddling the Dallas and Ellis County line on Interstate 45. Once known as the “Town that Bricked the World”, Ferris exudes a pro-business attitude. Winner of the 2011 TEDC Community Economic Development Award, Ferris offers employers and residents the laid back comfort and economy of a small town while simultaneously providing the convenience of big city amenities, transportation, workforce and complementary communities. As home to 2,436 residents (2010 Census), Ferris boasts historic homes, new public amenities, and a nationally recognized "Main Street" historic downtown. The 91 square mile Ferris ISD, with its A+ credit rating and AAA bond rating, prepares its 2,500 students for the future with extensive use of classroom technology.