Coppell, Suburban city in Dallas County, Texas.
Coppell is a suburban city in Dallas County, Texas, covering around 14.7 square miles (38 square kilometers) near Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. The city connects residential areas with commercial zones and sits between the larger cities of Dallas and Fort Worth.
The settlement was first known as Gibbs Station and took its current name in 1892 to honor New York banker George Coppell, who supported railroad expansion in the region. The railroad connection enabled the community to grow economically during the late 19th century.
The Texas Dreams Gymnastics center trains athletes at the national level under former Olympian Kim Zmeskal Burdette. The facility draws competitors from across the country who come here for professional coaching.
The Coppell Independent School District operates several schools throughout the city, including Coppell High School and New Tech High School with strong academic programs. The schools offer advanced courses and extracurricular activities for students of different ages.
Large companies like Amazon, Nokia and Samsung operate distribution centers here because the location near DFW Airport enables fast shipping routes. This central position makes the city a key hub for regional freight movement.
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