Serving 456 students in grades 6-8, Uplift Wisdom Secondary 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 25% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). 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 8:1 is lower 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 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Uplift Wisdom Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Uplift Wisdom Secondary's student population of 456 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
456 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Rankings
Uplift Wisdom Secondary 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 Wisdom Secondary is 0.45, 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
#7001 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
68%
53%
Black
30%
13%
White
1%
25%
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
86%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Uplift Wisdom Secondary's ranking?
Uplift Wisdom Secondary is ranked #7001 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Uplift Wisdom Secondary often compared to?
Uplift Wisdom Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like Uplift Atlas Preparatory - Middle School, Uplift Mighty Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Uplift Wisdom Secondary?
456 students attend Uplift Wisdom Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Uplift Wisdom Secondary students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Uplift Wisdom Secondary?
Uplift Wisdom Secondary has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Uplift Wisdom Secondary offer ?
Uplift Wisdom Secondary offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Uplift Wisdom Secondary part of?
Uplift Wisdom Secondary is part of Uplift Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Uplift Wisdom Secondary located?
Uplift Wisdom Secondary is located in the Wolf Creek neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 12 other public schools located in Wolf Creek.
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