Serving 542 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Uplift Gradus Preparatory ranks in the top 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 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Uplift Gradus Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Uplift Gradus Preparatory's student population of 542 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
542 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Uplift Gradus Preparatory ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Uplift Gradus Preparatory is 0.50, 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
#3710 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
34%
53%
Black
62%
13%
White
1%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Uplift Gradus Preparatory's ranking?
Uplift Gradus Preparatory is ranked #3710 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Uplift Gradus Preparatory often compared to?
Uplift Gradus Preparatoryis often viewed alongside schools like Uplift Hampton Preparatory Primary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Uplift Gradus Preparatory?
542 students attend Uplift Gradus Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Uplift Gradus Preparatory students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Uplift Gradus Preparatory?
Uplift Gradus Preparatory has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Uplift Gradus Preparatory offer ?
Uplift Gradus Preparatory offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Uplift Gradus Preparatory part of?
Uplift Gradus Preparatory is part of Uplift Education School District.
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