Who wants their school to hold itself to higher standards?
- A Top-Rated Education for Free
- College Prep – No Testing Fees
- Athletics, Clubs, and Extracurriculars
- Grades Served: Pre-K through 12th
100%
College acceptance for the past 20 years
4x
The national average for college degree attainment
13%
Higher than the state average for college preparedness
27
Years of proven success
Elevate Your Expectations with Uplift Education
At Uplift Ascend Preparatory, your child gains access to a top-rated education at no cost. Our dedicated teachers engage with students and personalize learning plans. Ascend offers the prestigious International Baccalaureate (IB) program free of charge. Our graduates earn, on average, $23K more per year than their peers from local ISDs. Our small school feel, strong community involvement, and licensed behavioral and social counselors make Uplift Ascend your second family.
- Grades Served PreK- 11th (Inaugural Senior Class in 24-25 school year)
- 1800 enrollment
- Mascot: Eagle
- School Colors: Lime Green & Black
The Uplift Difference
Learn & Earn
An opportunity for Uplift scholars to earn up to $3,100 for college or career after graduation with Uplift's "A New Way to Learn & Earn" scholarship program! Starting in 5th grade, complete challenges throughout the year to earn credits up to $300, paid after high school graduation. Challenges focus on building scholars, fostering strong school cultures, and achieving college and career readiness.
Road to College and Career
Uplift’s unique Road To College and Career (RTCC) program is unparalleled in how we prepare our scholars for life after high school. The RTCC program offers offers comprehensive career guidance and support, starting in middle school and continuing beyond high school graduation. From career exposure and personalized assistance we are dedicated to helping our scholars navigate post-graduation opportunities and find their dream careers.
Safety & Security
We prioritize the safety and security of our campuses. With gated and fenced facilities, electronic access systems, security cameras, and locked doors regularly monitored, we take extensive measures to prioritize the safety of our scholars.
When it comes to the success of our graduates, they speak for themselves.
Map & Directions
- 3301 Turf Paradise Pkwy, Fort Worth, TX 76140
The Whole Scholar
Strong Scholar
Culture
Social & Emotional
Road To College
& Career
And Beyond
Connected
Families
A Valuable
Partnership
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Uplift Education does not require admission exams or interviews; instead, a random and automated lottery system is used to ensure fairness. Open to all students who meet the age requirements, you have the opportunity to apply to up to three Uplift schools and set a priority order, knowing that each Uplift school offers an exceptional educational experience.
FAQs
Uplift's academic focus is based on the globally recognized, college and life prep, International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum. All Uplift high schools are authorized IB schools, and through the IB Diploma Program students have the opportunity to earn college credit while in high school by earning passing scores on their IB exams. IB is similar to AP, but it is an internationally recognized program.. Students earning a full IB Diploma are guaranteed a minimum of 24 college credit hours at a Texas public college or university, in accordance with Texas law. Some Uplift high schools do offer Advanced Placement courses (AP) or Dual Credit (DP), but those options are limited and vary by high school.
At Uplift, developing our scholars socially and emotionally is equally as important as developing them academically. It is our goal to not only help our scholars be prepared for college, but also be globally-minded citizens who are caring, principled and open-minded.
We invite you to learn more about Social and Emotional Learning at Uplift by visiting our SEL page.
Uplift Education campuses report grades on a nine-week grading cycle. Individual Progress Reports are provided at the 3-week and 6-week mark of a grading cycle and Report Cards at the end of each 9-week grading cycle.
At Uplift, achievement of skills and knowledge are the primary basis for grades. Teachers provide a written overview of course requirements and expectations in the the first week of school which includes assessment measures and grading scale.
It is Uplift’s policy not to rank scholars.