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Uplift Williams Preparatory Pri

Elementary School · UPLIFT EDUCATION

3000 PEGASUS PARK DR STE 1100, Dallas, TX 75247

Charter

Enrollment

598

Student-Teacher

19.3:1

Score

3.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#7,947 of 8,552

In Dallas

#346 of 374

public schools

In district

#37 of 43

UPLIFT EDUCATION

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Uplift Williams Preparatory Pri

3.5/10

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

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About Uplift Williams Preparatory Pri

Uplift Williams Preparatory Pri is a public elementary school in Dallas, TX, part of UPLIFT EDUCATION. Uplift Williams Preparatory Pri serves approximately 598 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Uplift Williams Preparatory Pri has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #7,947 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Uplift Williams Preparatory Pri show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).

How it compares1.9 pts below district
  • This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.4
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Uplift Williams 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.0Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-4.64 pts/yr
Data Period2015–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.8Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-10.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-21.3 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-1.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile30th
Resources & Environment2.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,748
Chronic Absenteeism22.2%

Uplift Williams Preparatory Pri — Students at Uplift Williams Preparatory Pri score 33% 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

93.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 41.5% (multi-year average, 2015-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 39.0% (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
69%
ELA
70%
2016
Math
70%
ELA
64%
2017
Math
51%
ELA
36%
2018
Math
46%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
46%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
21%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
21%
2022
Math
24.3%
ELA
31.9%
2024
Math
33%
ELA
33%

* 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: 3.0/10.

How Uplift Williams Preparatory Pri Compares

See how Uplift Williams Preparatory Pri performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.5/10
7th percentile in TX
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
2.6/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
94%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.2%

Location

3000 PEGASUS PARK DR STE 1100, Dallas, TX 75247

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Uplift Williams Preparatory Pri may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MONTESSORI ACADEMY AT ONESIMO HERNANDEZ EL (rated 9.3/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BIOMEDICAL PREPARATORY AT UT SOUTHWESTERN (rated 7.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, K B POLK CENTER FOR ACADEMICALLY TALENTED & GIFTED (rated 7.5/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
UPLIFT WILLIAMS PREPARATORY H S Dallas 0.0 mi 6.3
UPLIFT WILLIAMS PREPARATORY MIDDLE Dallas 0.0 mi 3.5
OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL Dallas 0.8 mi 4.9
OBADIAH KNIGHT EL Dallas 0.9 mi 7.2
WILLOW MONTESSORI ACADEMY Dallas 1.2 mi
BIOMEDICAL PREPARATORY AT UT SOUTHWESTERN Dallas 1.4 mi 7.6
UPLIFT TRIUMPH PREPARATORY SCHOOL Dallas 1.7 mi 3.3
ARLINGTON PARK EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Dallas 1.6 mi 5.4
JULIAN T SALDIVAR EL Dallas 2.1 mi 5.5
CALLIER CENTER PRE-SCHOOL DEAF (0-5) Dallas 1.9 mi 3.6
MONTESSORI ACADEMY AT ONESIMO HERNANDEZ EL Dallas 2.1 mi 9.3
LETOT CAMPUS Dallas 2.4 mi 5.6
THOMAS J RUSK MIDDLE Dallas 2.1 mi 5.9
K B POLK CENTER FOR ACADEMICALLY TALENTED & GIFTED Dallas 2.1 mi 7.5
STEPHEN C FOSTER EL Dallas 2.5 mi 7.1
JOSE 'JOE' MAY EL Dallas 2.6 mi 4.2
FRANCISCO PANCHO MEDRANO J H Dallas 2.6 mi 6.9
MAPLE LAWN EL Dallas 2.3 mi 6.5
DAVID G BURNET EL Dallas 2.8 mi 7.4
SUDIE L WILLIAMS TALENTED AND GIFTED ACADEMY Dallas 2.5 mi 8.4

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Uplift Williams Preparatory Pri

What grades does Uplift Williams Preparatory Pri serve?

Uplift Williams Preparatory Pri serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Uplift Williams Preparatory Pri?

Uplift Williams Preparatory Pri has an enrollment of approximately 598 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Uplift Williams Preparatory Pri?

The student-teacher ratio at Uplift Williams Preparatory Pri is 19.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Uplift Williams Preparatory Pri rank in TX?

Uplift Williams Preparatory Pri ranks #7,947 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Uplift Williams Preparatory Pri's MySchoolScout rating?

Uplift Williams Preparatory Pri has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Williams Preparatory Pri?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Uplift Williams Preparatory Pri has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).

Is Uplift Williams Preparatory Pri a charter school?

Yes, Uplift Williams 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 Williams Preparatory Pri a Title I school?

No, Uplift Williams Preparatory Pri is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Uplift Williams Preparatory Pri?

93.5% of students at Uplift Williams 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
48 Some Transit
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
598
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
93.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Dallas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.2%

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