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#5103 of 8,552 schools in TX
Uplift Ascend
Elementary School · UPLIFT EDUCATION
3000 PEGASUS PARK DR STE 1100, Dallas, TX 75247
Enrollment
867
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
867
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,103 of 8,552
In Dallas
#247 of 374
public schools
In district
#22 of 43
UPLIFT EDUCATION
Academic growth
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Uplift Ascend
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About Uplift Ascend
Uplift Ascend is a public elementary school in Dallas, TX, part of UPLIFT EDUCATION. Uplift Ascend serves approximately 867 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Uplift Ascend has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #5,103 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Uplift Ascend show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Uplift Ascend sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Uplift Ascend is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Uplift Ascend — Students at Uplift Ascend score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 12 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.9/10.
How Uplift Ascend Compares
See how Uplift Ascend performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3000 PEGASUS PARK DR STE 1100, Dallas, TX 75247
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Uplift Ascend may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GLEN PARK EL (rated 6.5/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Fort Worth), which scores slightly higher. Another option is HOMMEL EL (rated 6.2/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Everman), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BISHOP EL (rated 5.9/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Everman), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| UPLIFT ASCEND MIDDLE Dallas | 0.0 mi | 5.4 |
| SOUDER EL Everman | 0.2 mi | 4.5 |
| CHARLES BAXTER J H Everman | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| EVERMAN ACADEMY H S Everman | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| HOMMEL EL Everman | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| BISHOP EL Everman | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| EVERMAN H S Everman | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| DAVID K SELLARS EL Fort Worth | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| DAN POWELL EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY Everman | 2.1 mi | 3.6 |
| ROY JOHNSON STEM ACADEMY Everman | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| JOHN AND POLLY TOWNLEY EL Everman | 2.4 mi | 4.7 |
| TARRANT CO COLLEGE SOUTH/FORT WORTH COLLEGIATE H S Fort Worth | 2.5 mi | 7.7 |
| HARLEAN BEAL EL Fort Worth | 2.8 mi | 4.7 |
| W M GREEN EL Fort Worth | 3.3 mi | 2.8 |
| JAMES F DELANEY EL Kennedale | 2.9 mi | 5.6 |
| KENNEDALE J H Kennedale | 3.0 mi | 5.8 |
| GLEN PARK EL Fort Worth | 3.6 mi | 6.5 |
| FOREST OAK MIDDLE Fort Worth | 3.6 mi | 6.7 |
| O D WYATT H S Fort Worth | 3.6 mi | 3.6 |
| E RAY EL Fort Worth | 3.1 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75247 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$20,274
Median Rent
$1,218/mo
Population
833
College Educated
10.2%
Homeownership
0%
Poverty Rate
69%
Median Age
59.1
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| BROWN EL Irving, TX | 5.8 |
| COLT EL Marble Falls, TX | 5.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Uplift Ascend
What grades does Uplift Ascend serve?
Uplift Ascend serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Uplift Ascend?
Uplift Ascend has an enrollment of approximately 867 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Uplift Ascend?
The student-teacher ratio at Uplift Ascend is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Uplift Ascend rank in TX?
Uplift Ascend ranks #5,103 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Uplift Ascend's MySchoolScout rating?
Uplift Ascend has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Uplift Ascend?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Uplift Ascend has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Uplift Ascend a charter school?
Yes, Uplift Ascend is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Uplift Ascend a Title I school?
No, Uplift Ascend is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Uplift Ascend?
88.2% of students at Uplift Ascend qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 867
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 59
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Tarrant County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.6%
- Phone
- (469) 621-8500
Resources & Links
District
UPLIFT EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 22,815
- Schools in District
- 45
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,748
- District Rank
- #22 of 43
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