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Uplift Meridian School

Elementary School · UPLIFT EDUCATION

3000 PEGASUS PARK DR STE 1100, Dallas, TX 75247

Charter

Enrollment

455

Student-Teacher

17.5:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#4,479 of 8,552

In Dallas

#217 of 374

public schools

In district

#19 of 43

UPLIFT EDUCATION

Academic growth

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Uplift Meridian School

6.2/10

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

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About Uplift Meridian School

Uplift Meridian School is a public elementary school in Dallas, TX, part of UPLIFT EDUCATION. Uplift Meridian School serves approximately 455 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Uplift Meridian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,479 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Uplift Meridian School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Uplift Meridian School 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 Progress7.8Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-3.06 pts/yr
Data Period2015–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-8.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-16.3 pts
Overall Proficiency37% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+1.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
Resources & Environment3.1Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,748
Chronic Absenteeism25.1%

Uplift Meridian School — Students at Uplift Meridian School score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

93%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 32.1% (multi-year average, 2015-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 33.1% (multi-year average, 2015-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 18 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2015
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
65%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
24%
2018
Math
33%
ELA
28%
2019
Math
33%
ELA
28%
2020*
Math
8%
ELA
13%
2021*
Math
8%
ELA
13%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
38.6%
2024
Math
35%
ELA
38%

* 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: 7.8/10.

How Uplift Meridian School Compares

See how Uplift Meridian School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
48th percentile in TX
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
3.1/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
93%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.1%

Location

3000 PEGASUS PARK DR STE 1100, Dallas, TX 75247

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Uplift Meridian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CHRISTENE C MOSS EL (rated 7.1/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Fort Worth), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MITCHELL BOULEVARD EL (rated 6.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Fort Worth), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MORNINGSIDE EL (rated 6.1/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Fort Worth), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
POLYTECHNIC H S Fort Worth 0.4 mi 3.0
JAMES MIDDLE Fort Worth 0.6 mi 2.5
MCRAE EL Fort Worth 0.7 mi 3.2
T A SIMS EL Fort Worth 1.0 mi 4.2
MITCHELL BOULEVARD EL Fort Worth 1.2 mi 6.4
UPLIFT MIGHTY SCHOOL Dallas 1.3 mi 3.9
UPLIFT MIGHTY MIDDLE Dallas 1.3 mi 4.4
UPLIFT MIGHTY H S Dallas 1.3 mi 6.9
ROCKETSHIP DENNIS DUNKINS EL Fort Worth 1.2 mi 4.9
S S DILLOW EL Fort Worth 1.4 mi 5.3
EDWARD BRISCOE EL Fort Worth 1.5 mi 2.7
CARROLL PEAK EL Fort Worth 1.4 mi 3.8
OAKLAWN EL Fort Worth 1.8 mi 2.2
MORNINGSIDE MIDDLE Fort Worth 1.7 mi 3.0
FORT WORTH SAVE OUR CHILDREN Fort Worth 1.6 mi
CRISTO REY FORT WORTH COLLEGE PREP Fort Worth 1.7 mi 7.3
CHRISTENE C MOSS EL Fort Worth 1.9 mi 7.1
MORNINGSIDE EL Fort Worth 1.9 mi 6.1
VAN ZANDT-GUINN EL Fort Worth 1.9 mi 3.3
TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - FORT WORTH LANCASTER AVENUE Fort Worth 2.1 mi 3.1

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Uplift Meridian School

What grades does Uplift Meridian School serve?

Uplift Meridian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Uplift Meridian School?

Uplift Meridian School has an enrollment of approximately 455 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Uplift Meridian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Uplift Meridian School is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Uplift Meridian School rank in TX?

Uplift Meridian School ranks #4,479 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Uplift Meridian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Uplift Meridian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Meridian School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Uplift Meridian School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).

Is Uplift Meridian School a charter school?

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

Is Uplift Meridian School a Title I school?

No, Uplift Meridian School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Uplift Meridian School?

93.0% of students at Uplift Meridian School 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
44 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
28 Some Transit
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
455
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
93.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Tarrant County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.1%

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