Serving 411 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Uplift Luna Preparatory Primary 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 26% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Uplift Luna Preparatory Primary's student population of 411 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
411 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Uplift Luna Preparatory Primary ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Uplift Luna Preparatory Primary is 0.49, 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
#6569 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
67%
53%
Black
26%
13%
White
2%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
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 Luna Preparatory Primary's ranking?
Uplift Luna Preparatory Primary is ranked #6569 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Uplift Luna Preparatory Primary often compared to?
Uplift Luna Preparatory Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Edna Rowe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Uplift Luna Preparatory Primary?
411 students attend Uplift Luna Preparatory Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Uplift Luna Preparatory Primary students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Uplift Luna Preparatory Primary?
Uplift Luna Preparatory Primary has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Uplift Luna Preparatory Primary offer ?
Uplift Luna Preparatory Primary offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Uplift Luna Preparatory Primary part of?
Uplift Luna Preparatory Primary is part of Uplift Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Uplift Luna Preparatory Primary located?
Uplift Luna Preparatory Primary is located in the Dallas Downtown Historic District neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 5 other public schools located in Dallas Downtown Historic District.
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