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Uplift Mighty School

Elementary School · UPLIFT EDUCATION

3000 PEGASUS PARK DR STE 1100, Dallas, TX 75247

Charter

Enrollment

537

Student-Teacher

20.7:1

Score

3.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#7,610 of 8,552

In Dallas

#333 of 374

public schools

In district

#34 of 43

UPLIFT EDUCATION

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Uplift Mighty School

3.9/10

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

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About Uplift Mighty School

Uplift Mighty School is a public elementary school in Dallas, TX, part of UPLIFT EDUCATION. Uplift Mighty School serves approximately 537 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 20.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Uplift Mighty School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,610 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Uplift Mighty School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.4
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Uplift Mighty School runs 20.7:1 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 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 Progress4.6Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-4.16 pts/yr
Data Period2015–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.0Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-19.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.3 pts
Overall Proficiency30% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-5.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
Resources & Environment2.1Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,748
Chronic Absenteeism24.8%

Uplift Mighty School — Students at Uplift Mighty School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

92.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 36.7% (multi-year average, 2015-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 38.9% (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
68%
ELA
66%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
30%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
44%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
44%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
18%
ELA
25%
2021*
Math
18%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
17.1%
ELA
37.2%
2024
Math
24%
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 Mighty School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.9/10
11th percentile in TX
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
2.1/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
93%
Teaching Staff
21:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.8%

Location

3000 PEGASUS PARK DR STE 1100, Dallas, TX 75247

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Uplift Mighty School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CHRISTENE C MOSS EL (rated 7.1/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Fort Worth), which scores notably higher. Another option is GLEN PARK EL (rated 6.5/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Fort Worth), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MITCHELL BOULEVARD EL (rated 6.4/10, 0.3 miles away, in nearby Fort Worth), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
UPLIFT MIGHTY MIDDLE Dallas 0.0 mi 4.4
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 School

What grades does Uplift Mighty School serve?

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

How many students attend Uplift Mighty School?

Uplift Mighty School has an enrollment of approximately 537 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Uplift Mighty School is 20.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Uplift Mighty School rank in TX?

Uplift Mighty School ranks #7,610 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Uplift Mighty School's MySchoolScout rating?

Uplift Mighty School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Mighty School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Uplift Mighty School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).

Is Uplift Mighty School a charter school?

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

Is Uplift Mighty School a Title I school?

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

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

92.9% of students at Uplift Mighty 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
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
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
537
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
92.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Tarrant County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.8%

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