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#5741 of 8,552 schools in TX
Uplift Ascend Middle
Middle School · UPLIFT EDUCATION
3000 PEGASUS PARK DR STE 1100, Dallas, TX 75247
Enrollment
430
Student-Teacher
43:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
430
Student-Teacher
43:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,741 of 8,552
In Dallas
#264 of 374
public schools
In district
#24 of 43
UPLIFT EDUCATION
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Uplift Ascend Middle
Uplift Ascend Middle is a public middle school in Dallas, TX, part of UPLIFT EDUCATION. Uplift Ascend Middle serves approximately 430 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 43:1 student-teacher ratio. Uplift Ascend Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #5,741 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Uplift Ascend Middle show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Uplift Ascend Middle 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 Middle runs 43:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Uplift Ascend Middle 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 Middle — Students at Uplift Ascend Middle score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 8 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.7/10.
How Uplift Ascend Middle Compares
See how Uplift Ascend Middle 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 Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ROY JOHNSON STEM ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Everman), which scores notably higher. Another option is FOREST OAK MIDDLE (rated 6.7/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Fort Worth), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KENNEDALE J H (rated 5.8/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Kennedale), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| UPLIFT ASCEND Dallas | 0.0 mi | 5.8 |
| 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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|---|---|
| DIGITAL ARTS & TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY AT ADAMS MIDDLE Grand Prairie, TX | 5.4 |
| MAURICEVILLE MIDDLE Orange, TX | 5.4 |
| NORTH OAKS MIDDLE Haltom City, TX | 5.4 |
| RICK SCHNEIDER MIDDLE Houston, TX | 5.4 |
| SADLER MEANS YWLA Austin, TX | 5.4 |
| SOUTH HOUSTON INT So Houston, TX | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Uplift Ascend Middle
What grades does Uplift Ascend Middle serve?
Uplift Ascend Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Uplift Ascend Middle?
Uplift Ascend Middle has an enrollment of approximately 430 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Uplift Ascend Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Uplift Ascend Middle is 43:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Uplift Ascend Middle rank in TX?
Uplift Ascend Middle ranks #5,741 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Uplift Ascend Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Uplift Ascend Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Uplift Ascend Middle has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
Is Uplift Ascend Middle a charter school?
Yes, Uplift Ascend Middle is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Uplift Ascend Middle a Title I school?
No, Uplift Ascend Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Uplift Ascend Middle?
89.3% of students at Uplift Ascend Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 430
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 43:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Tarrant County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.2%
- Phone
- (817) 768-4300
Resources & Links
District
UPLIFT EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 22,815
- Schools in District
- 45
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,748
- District Rank
- #24 of 43
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