Serving 495 students in grades 9-12, Uplift Heights Preparatory High 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 12% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to 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 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Uplift Heights Preparatory High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Uplift Heights Preparatory High School's student population of 495 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
495 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
2010
Colors
Red and Blue
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Uplift Heights Preparatory High 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 Preparatory High School is 0.23, 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
#7536 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
87%
53%
Black
11%
13%
White
1%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Condor
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Uplift Heights Preparatory High School's ranking?
Uplift Heights Preparatory High School is ranked #7536 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Uplift Heights Preparatory High School often compared to?
Uplift Heights Preparatory High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dr L G Pinkston Sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Uplift Heights Preparatory High School?
The graduation rate of Uplift Heights Preparatory High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Uplift Heights Preparatory High School?
495 students attend Uplift Heights Preparatory High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Uplift Heights Preparatory High School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Uplift Heights Preparatory High School?
Uplift Heights Preparatory High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Uplift Heights Preparatory High School offer ?
Uplift Heights Preparatory High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Uplift Heights Preparatory High School part of?
Uplift Heights Preparatory High School is part of Uplift Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Uplift Heights Preparatory High School located?
Uplift Heights Preparatory High 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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