Needs Improvement
#8310 of 8,552 schools in TX
Uplift Heights Preparatory Middle
Middle School · UPLIFT EDUCATION
3000 PEGASUS PARK DR STE 1100, Dallas, TX 75247
Enrollment
488
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
2.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
488
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
2.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,310 of 8,552
In Dallas
#359 of 374
public schools
In district
#42 of 43
UPLIFT EDUCATION
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About Uplift Heights Preparatory Middle
Uplift Heights Preparatory Middle is a public middle school in Dallas, TX, part of UPLIFT EDUCATION. Uplift Heights Preparatory Middle serves approximately 488 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Uplift Heights Preparatory Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10 and ranks #8,310 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Uplift Heights Preparatory Middle show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
- This school 2.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.2
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Uplift Heights Preparatory 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.
32% of students at Uplift Heights Preparatory Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Uplift Heights Preparatory Middle — Students at Uplift Heights Preparatory Middle score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 18 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: 2.7/10.
How Uplift Heights Preparatory Middle Compares
See how Uplift Heights Preparatory 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 Heights Preparatory Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. DALLAS ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE ACADEMY (rated 9.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is C F CARR EL (rated 7.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WEST DALLAS COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| UPLIFT HEIGHTS PREPARATORY H S Dallas | 0.0 mi | 4.7 |
| DR L G PINKSTON SR H S Dallas | 0.4 mi | 4.1 |
| WEST DALLAS COMMUNITY SCHOOL Dallas | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| UPLIFT HEIGHTS PREPARATORY PRI Dallas | 0.5 mi | 3.6 |
| DALLAS ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE ACADEMY Dallas | 0.7 mi | 9.2 |
| WEST DALLAS STEM SCHOOL Dallas | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| GEORGE PEABODY EL Dallas | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| C F CARR EL Dallas | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| DRC CAMPUS Dallas | 1.4 mi | — |
| DALLAS COUNTY JJAEP CFB CAMPUS Dallas | 1.4 mi | — |
| JUVENILE JUSTICE AEP Dallas | 1.4 mi | — |
| P A S S LEARNING CTR Dallas | 1.4 mi | — |
| P A S S LEARNING CTR Dallas | 1.4 mi | — |
| P A S S LEARNING CTR Dallas | 1.4 mi | — |
| DALLAS CO SCHOOL FOR ACCELERATED LRNG Dallas | 1.4 mi | — |
| PASS LEARNING CTR Dallas | 1.4 mi | — |
| P A S S LEARNING CTR Richardson | 1.4 mi | — |
| DALLAS COUNTY JUVENILE JUSTICE Dallas | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| ST MARY OF CARMEL SCHOOL Dallas | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| ARLINGTON PARK EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Dallas | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
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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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| IDEA SOUTHEAST COLLEGE PREPARATORY Fort Worth, TX | 2.9 |
| KIPP AUSTIN ACADEMY OF ARTS & LETTERS Austin, TX | 2.9 |
| HAMSHIRE-FANNETT MIDDLE Beaumont, TX | 3.0 |
| ILTEXAS BG RAMIREZ MIDDLE Richardson, TX | 2.8 |
| MARSHALL MIDDLE Beaumont, TX | 2.8 |
| MORNINGSIDE MIDDLE Fort Worth, TX | 3.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Uplift Heights Preparatory Middle
What grades does Uplift Heights Preparatory Middle serve?
Uplift Heights Preparatory Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Uplift Heights Preparatory Middle?
Uplift Heights Preparatory Middle has an enrollment of approximately 488 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Uplift Heights Preparatory Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Uplift Heights Preparatory Middle is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Uplift Heights Preparatory Middle rank in TX?
Uplift Heights Preparatory Middle ranks #8,310 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Uplift Heights Preparatory Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Uplift Heights Preparatory Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 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 Heights Preparatory Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Uplift Heights Preparatory Middle has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
Is Uplift Heights Preparatory Middle a charter school?
Yes, Uplift Heights Preparatory Middle is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Uplift Heights Preparatory Middle a Title I school?
No, Uplift Heights Preparatory Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Uplift Heights Preparatory Middle?
86.7% of students at Uplift Heights Preparatory 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
- 488
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.0%
- Phone
- (214) 442-7094
Resources & Links
District
UPLIFT EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 22,815
- Schools in District
- 45
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,748
- District Rank
- #42 of 43
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