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#7394 of 8,552 schools in TX

Uplift Education - Uplift Grand Preparatory

Elementary School · UPLIFT EDUCATION

3000 PEGASUS PARK DR STE 1100, Dallas, TX 75247

Charter

Enrollment

717

Student-Teacher

19.9:1

Score

4.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#7,394 of 8,552

In Dallas

#323 of 374

public schools

In district

#33 of 43

UPLIFT EDUCATION

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Uplift Education - Uplift Grand Preparatory

4.1/10

Elementary School in Dallas · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Uplift Education - Uplift Grand Preparatory

Uplift Education - Uplift Grand Preparatory is a public elementary school in Dallas, TX, part of UPLIFT EDUCATION. Uplift Education - Uplift Grand Preparatory serves approximately 717 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Uplift Education - Uplift Grand Preparatory has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #7,394 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Uplift Education - Uplift Grand Preparatory show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 4.1 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Uplift Education - Uplift Grand Preparatory 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-4.16 pts/yr
Data Period2014–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.3Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-15.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.3 pts
Overall Proficiency32% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-5.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
Resources & Environment2.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,748
Chronic Absenteeism21.6%

Uplift Education - Uplift Grand Preparatory — Students at Uplift Education - Uplift Grand Preparatory score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

89%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 46.5% (multi-year average, 2014-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 43.7% (multi-year average, 2014-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 20 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2014
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
33%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
35%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
35%
2020*
Math
34%
ELA
28%
2021*
Math
34%
ELA
28%
2022
Math
34.5%
ELA
38.6%
2024
Math
28%
ELA
35%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How Uplift Education - Uplift Grand Preparatory Compares

See how Uplift Education - Uplift Grand Preparatory performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.1/10
14th percentile in TX
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
2.4/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
89%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.6%

Location

3000 PEGASUS PARK DR STE 1100, Dallas, TX 75247

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Uplift Education - Uplift Grand Preparatory may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WILLIAM B TRAVIS WORLD LANGUAGE ACADEMY (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Grand Prairie), which scores notably higher. Another option is GOLDEN RULE GRAND PRAIRIE (rated 8.1/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Desoto), which scores notably higher. Additionally, STEPHEN F AUSTIN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE ACADEMY (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Grand Prairie), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
UPLIFT GRAND SECONDARY Dallas 0.0 mi 7.2
UPLIFT GRAND H S Dallas 0.0 mi 7.0
GRAND PRAIRIE H S Grand Prairie 0.4 mi 4.1
DELMAS F MORTON EL Grand Prairie 0.4 mi 5.0
GRAND PRAIRIE FINE ARTS ACADEMY Grand Prairie 0.5 mi 8.0
JAMES BOWIE FINE ARTS ACADEMY Grand Prairie 0.8 mi 5.1
STEPHEN F AUSTIN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE ACADEMY Grand Prairie 0.7 mi 7.3
HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - GRAND PRAIRIE Grand Prairie 0.9 mi 5.3
WILLIAM B TRAVIS WORLD LANGUAGE ACADEMY Grand Prairie 0.9 mi 8.2
CROCKETT EARLY EDUCATION SCHOOL Grand Prairie 1.1 mi 3.6
DIGITAL ARTS & TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY AT ADAMS MIDDLE Grand Prairie 1.1 mi 5.4
CROSSWINDS ACCELERATED H S Grand Prairie 1.2 mi 4.5
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Grand Prairie 1.2 mi 6.3
JUAN N SEGUIN EL Grand Prairie 1.5 mi 4.2
GRAND PRAIRIE COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE Grand Prairie 1.3 mi 8.3
HOBBS WILLIAMS EL Grand Prairie 1.8 mi 4.5
YWLA AT BILL ARNOLD Grand Prairie 1.9 mi 4.3
DWIGHT D EISENHOWER EL Grand Prairie 2.0 mi 5.0
GOLDEN RULE GRAND PRAIRIE Desoto 2.1 mi 8.1
BONHAM EES Grand Prairie 2.1 mi 5.0

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Uplift Education - Uplift Grand Preparatory

What grades does Uplift Education - Uplift Grand Preparatory serve?

Uplift Education - Uplift Grand Preparatory serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Uplift Education - Uplift Grand Preparatory?

Uplift Education - Uplift Grand Preparatory has an enrollment of approximately 717 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Uplift Education - Uplift Grand Preparatory?

The student-teacher ratio at Uplift Education - Uplift Grand Preparatory is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Uplift Education - Uplift Grand Preparatory rank in TX?

Uplift Education - Uplift Grand Preparatory ranks #7,394 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Uplift Education - Uplift Grand Preparatory's MySchoolScout rating?

Uplift Education - Uplift Grand Preparatory has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Education - Uplift Grand Preparatory?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Uplift Education - Uplift Grand Preparatory has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).

Is Uplift Education - Uplift Grand Preparatory a charter school?

Yes, Uplift Education - Uplift Grand Preparatory is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Uplift Education - Uplift Grand Preparatory a Title I school?

No, Uplift Education - Uplift Grand Preparatory is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Uplift Education - Uplift Grand Preparatory?

89.0% of students at Uplift Education - Uplift Grand Preparatory qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
74 Very Walkable
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
717
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
89.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Dallas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.6%

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