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#7064 of 8,552 schools in TX

Uplift Mighty Middle

Middle School · UPLIFT EDUCATION

3000 PEGASUS PARK DR STE 1100, Dallas, TX 75247

Charter

Enrollment

562

Student-Teacher

21.6:1

Score

4.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#7,064 of 8,552

In Dallas

#305 of 374

public schools

In district

#29 of 43

UPLIFT EDUCATION

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Uplift Mighty Middle

4.4/10

Middle School in Dallas · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Uplift Mighty Middle

Uplift Mighty Middle is a public middle school in Dallas, TX, part of UPLIFT EDUCATION. Uplift Mighty Middle serves approximately 562 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 21.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Uplift Mighty Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #7,064 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Uplift Mighty Middle show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Uplift Mighty 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 Mighty Middle runs 21.6:1 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 Mighty 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data8
Annual Change-3.44 pts/yr
Data Period2016–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics3.4Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-24.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.3 pts
Overall Proficiency27% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-9.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile15th
Resources & Environment1.9Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio21.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,748
Chronic Absenteeism27.9%

Uplift Mighty Middle — Students at Uplift Mighty Middle score 27% 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

89.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 26.9% (multi-year average, 2016-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 35.2% (multi-year average, 2016-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 16 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2016
Math
67%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
28%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
21%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
21%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
37%
2024
Math
19%
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: 6.9/10.

How Uplift Mighty Middle Compares

See how Uplift Mighty Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.4/10
17th percentile in TX
Academic
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
1.9/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
90%
Teaching Staff
22:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.9%

Location

3000 PEGASUS PARK DR STE 1100, Dallas, TX 75247

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Uplift Mighty Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. FOREST OAK MIDDLE (rated 6.7/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Fort Worth), which scores notably higher. Another option is IDEA SOUTHEAST COLLEGE PREPARATORY (rated 2.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Fort Worth), a more accessible option. Additionally, JAMES MIDDLE (rated 2.5/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Fort Worth), a more accessible option. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
UPLIFT MIGHTY SCHOOL Dallas 0.0 mi 3.9
UPLIFT MIGHTY H S Dallas 0.0 mi 6.9
MITCHELL BOULEVARD EL Fort Worth 0.3 mi 6.4
OAKLAWN EL Fort Worth 0.5 mi 2.2
ROCKETSHIP DENNIS DUNKINS EL Fort Worth 0.5 mi 4.9
T A SIMS EL Fort Worth 0.8 mi 4.2
MCRAE EL Fort Worth 1.0 mi 3.2
CHRISTENE C MOSS EL Fort Worth 1.0 mi 7.1
UPLIFT MERIDIAN SCHOOL Dallas 1.3 mi 6.2
FOREST OAK MIDDLE Fort Worth 1.4 mi 6.7
S S DILLOW EL Fort Worth 1.4 mi 5.3
GLEN PARK EL Fort Worth 1.5 mi 6.5
POLYTECHNIC H S Fort Worth 1.6 mi 3.0
IDEA SOUTHEAST COLLEGE PREPARATORY Fort Worth 1.6 mi 2.9
IDEA SOUTHEAST ACADEMY Fort Worth 1.6 mi 3.3
JAMES MIDDLE Fort Worth 1.7 mi 2.5
EDWARD BRISCOE EL Fort Worth 1.5 mi 2.7
FORT WORTH SAVE OUR CHILDREN Fort Worth 1.7 mi
CLIFFORD DAVIS EL Ft. Worth 1.8 mi 2.3
O D WYATT H S Fort Worth 1.9 mi 3.6

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 Mighty Middle

What grades does Uplift Mighty Middle serve?

Uplift Mighty Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Uplift Mighty Middle?

Uplift Mighty Middle has an enrollment of approximately 562 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Uplift Mighty Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Uplift Mighty Middle is 21.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Uplift Mighty Middle rank in TX?

Uplift Mighty Middle ranks #7,064 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Uplift Mighty Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Uplift Mighty Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Mighty Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Uplift Mighty Middle has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).

Is Uplift Mighty Middle a charter school?

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

Is Uplift Mighty Middle a Title I school?

No, Uplift Mighty Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Uplift Mighty Middle?

89.5% of students at Uplift Mighty 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
63 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
562
Student-Teacher Ratio
21.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
89.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Tarrant County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.9%

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