Serving 448 students in grades 6-8, Uplift Heights Prep Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Uplift Heights Prep Middle School's student population of 448 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
448 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Colors
Red and Blue
School Rankings
Uplift Heights Prep Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Uplift Heights Prep Middle School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7090 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
80%
54%
Black
17%
13%
White
1%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Condors
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Uplift Heights Prep Middle School's ranking?
Uplift Heights Prep Middle School is ranked #7090 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Uplift Heights Prep Middle School?
448 students attend Uplift Heights Prep Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Uplift Heights Prep Middle School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Uplift Heights Prep Middle School?
Uplift Heights Prep Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Uplift Heights Prep Middle School offer ?
Uplift Heights Prep Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Uplift Heights Prep Middle School part of?
Uplift Heights Prep Middle School is part of Uplift Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Uplift Heights Prep Middle School located?
Uplift Heights Prep Middle School is located in the West Dallas neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 15 other public schools located in West Dallas.
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