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#3519 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 41% in state
Uplift Wisdom Secondary
Middle School · UPLIFT EDUCATION
3000 PEGASUS PARK DR STE 1100, Dallas, TX 75247
Enrollment
456
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
6.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
456
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
6.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,519 of 8,552
In Dallas
#180 of 374
public schools
In district
#16 of 43
UPLIFT EDUCATION
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Uplift Wisdom Secondary
Uplift Wisdom Secondary is a public middle school in Dallas, TX, part of UPLIFT EDUCATION. Uplift Wisdom Secondary serves approximately 456 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Uplift Wisdom Secondary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,519 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Uplift Wisdom Secondary show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Uplift Wisdom Secondary 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.
At 8.3:1 students to teachers, Uplift Wisdom Secondary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Uplift Wisdom Secondary 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 Wisdom Secondary — Students at Uplift Wisdom Secondary score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 14 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.5/10.
How Uplift Wisdom Secondary Compares
See how Uplift Wisdom Secondary 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 Wisdom Secondary may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. D A HULCY STEAM MIDDLE (rated 8.1/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JUDGE LOUIS A BEDFORD JR LAW ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WISDOM H S Dallas | 0.0 mi | 7.3 |
| WISDOM PRI Dallas | 0.0 mi | 6.6 |
| T G TERRY EL Dallas | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| UMPHREY LEE EL Dallas | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| THOMAS L MARSALIS EL STEAM ACADEMY Dallas | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| KINGDOM COLLEGIATE ACADEMIES Dallas | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| MARTIN WEISS EL Dallas | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| MARK TWAIN SCHOOL FOR THE TALENTED AND GIFTED Dallas | 1.5 mi | 9.2 |
| ADELLE TURNER EL Dallas | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| GATEWAY CHARTER ACADEMY Dallas | 1.4 mi | 2.0 |
| GATEWAY CHARTER ACADEMY - MIDDLE - H S Dallas | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| JUDGE LOUIS A BEDFORD JR LAW ACADEMY Dallas | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| BIRDIE ALEXANDER EL Dallas | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| LIFE SCHOOL OAK CLIFF Red Oak | 1.8 mi | 3.8 |
| DAVID W CARTER H S Dallas | 1.8 mi | 4.2 |
| OTTO M FRIDIA EL Dallas | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| KATHLYN JOY GILLIAM COLLEGIATE ACADEMY Dallas | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| D A HULCY STEAM MIDDLE Dallas | 2.2 mi | 8.1 |
| CLARA OLIVER EL Dallas | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
| SOUTH OAK CLIFF H S Dallas | 2.5 mi | 5.3 |
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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| ATLANTA MIDDLE Atlanta, TX | 6.8 |
| BERRY MIDDLE Mesquite, TX | 6.8 |
| BOLES J H Arlington, TX | 6.8 |
| BRECKENRIDGE J H Breckenridge, TX | 6.8 |
| CADDO MILLS INT Caddo Mills, TX | 6.8 |
| COLUMBUS J H Columbus, TX | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Uplift Wisdom Secondary
What grades does Uplift Wisdom Secondary serve?
Uplift Wisdom Secondary serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Uplift Wisdom Secondary?
Uplift Wisdom Secondary has an enrollment of approximately 456 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Uplift Wisdom Secondary?
The student-teacher ratio at Uplift Wisdom Secondary is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Uplift Wisdom Secondary rank in TX?
Uplift Wisdom Secondary ranks #3,519 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Uplift Wisdom Secondary's MySchoolScout rating?
Uplift Wisdom Secondary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Wisdom Secondary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Uplift Wisdom Secondary has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
Is Uplift Wisdom Secondary a charter school?
Yes, Uplift Wisdom Secondary is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Uplift Wisdom Secondary a Title I school?
No, Uplift Wisdom Secondary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Uplift Wisdom Secondary?
94.1% of students at Uplift Wisdom Secondary 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 456
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.7%
- Phone
- (469) 621-8500
Resources & Links
District
UPLIFT EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 22,815
- Schools in District
- 45
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,748
- District Rank
- #16 of 43
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