Needs Improvement
#7884 of 8,552 schools in TX
Uplift Heights Preparatory Pri
Elementary School · UPLIFT EDUCATION
3000 PEGASUS PARK DR STE 1100, Dallas, TX 75247
Enrollment
943
Student-Teacher
21:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
943
Student-Teacher
21:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,884 of 8,552
In Dallas
#341 of 374
public schools
In district
#35 of 43
UPLIFT EDUCATION
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Uplift Heights Preparatory Pri
Elementary School in Dallas · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Uplift Heights Preparatory Pri
Uplift Heights Preparatory Pri is a public elementary school in Dallas, TX, part of UPLIFT EDUCATION. Uplift Heights Preparatory Pri serves approximately 943 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 21:1 student-teacher ratio. Uplift Heights Preparatory Pri has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #7,884 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Uplift Heights Preparatory Pri show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.4
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Uplift Heights Preparatory Pri runs 21:1 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 Heights Preparatory Pri 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 Heights Preparatory Pri — Students at Uplift Heights Preparatory Pri score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.8%
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: 4.1/10.
How Uplift Heights Preparatory Pri Compares
See how Uplift Heights Preparatory Pri 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 Pri may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. C F CARR EL (rated 7.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WEST DALLAS COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LORENZO DE ZAVALA EL (rated 6.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WEST DALLAS COMMUNITY SCHOOL Dallas | 0.1 mi | 7.2 |
| C F CARR EL Dallas | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| UPLIFT HEIGHTS PREPARATORY MIDDLE Dallas | 0.5 mi | 2.9 |
| UPLIFT HEIGHTS PREPARATORY H S Dallas | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| WEST DALLAS STEM SCHOOL Dallas | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| DR L G PINKSTON SR H S Dallas | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| ST MARY OF CARMEL SCHOOL Dallas | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| GEORGE PEABODY EL Dallas | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| DALLAS ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE ACADEMY Dallas | 1.1 mi | 9.2 |
| LORENZO DE ZAVALA EL Dallas | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| DRC CAMPUS Dallas | 1.5 mi | — |
| DALLAS COUNTY JJAEP CFB CAMPUS Dallas | 1.5 mi | — |
| JUVENILE JUSTICE AEP Dallas | 1.5 mi | — |
| P A S S LEARNING CTR Dallas | 1.5 mi | — |
| P A S S LEARNING CTR Dallas | 1.5 mi | — |
| P A S S LEARNING CTR Dallas | 1.5 mi | — |
| DALLAS CO SCHOOL FOR ACCELERATED LRNG Dallas | 1.5 mi | — |
| PASS LEARNING CTR Dallas | 1.5 mi | — |
| P A S S LEARNING CTR Richardson | 1.5 mi | — |
| DALLAS COUNTY JUVENILE JUSTICE Dallas | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
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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| ANDERSON ACADEMY Houston, TX | 3.6 |
| BAMMEL EL Houston, TX | 3.6 |
| DAVIS EL Irving, TX | 3.6 |
| HOWSMAN EL San Antonio, TX | 3.6 |
| IDEA LAKE HOUSTON ACADEMY Houston, TX | 3.6 |
| KEYES EL Irving, TX | 3.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Uplift Heights Preparatory Pri
What grades does Uplift Heights Preparatory Pri serve?
Uplift Heights Preparatory Pri serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Uplift Heights Preparatory Pri?
Uplift Heights Preparatory Pri has an enrollment of approximately 943 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Uplift Heights Preparatory Pri?
The student-teacher ratio at Uplift Heights Preparatory Pri is 21:1. 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 Pri rank in TX?
Uplift Heights Preparatory Pri ranks #7,884 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Uplift Heights Preparatory Pri's MySchoolScout rating?
Uplift Heights Preparatory Pri has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Pri?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Uplift Heights Preparatory Pri has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
Is Uplift Heights Preparatory Pri a charter school?
Yes, Uplift Heights Preparatory Pri 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 Pri a Title I school?
No, Uplift Heights Preparatory Pri is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Uplift Heights Preparatory Pri?
91.8% of students at Uplift Heights Preparatory Pri 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
- 943
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.1%
- Phone
- (214) 873-9700
Resources & Links
District
UPLIFT EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 22,815
- Schools in District
- 45
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,748
- District Rank
- #35 of 43
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