Uplift Gradus
FREE Public School
Proudly Serving DeSoto, Lancaster, South Oak Cliff
About Our School
Uplift Gradus Preparatory is part of Uplift Education, the largest charter school network in North Texas. Our beautiful campus is located in DeSoto and was built to allow more students to attend nearby, nationally-recognized Uplift Hampton for middle school and high school (students at Uplift Gradus will have automatic admission to Uplift Hampton when moving from 5th to 6th grade). We are proud of our small school feel and tight-knit community of families. Schedule a tour to see for yourself how we are raising the expectations for education!
Schedule a tour to see for yourself how we are raising the expectations for education!
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Academics at Uplift Gradus
We start with strong academics that tie lessons to real world situations. Then we cater the lessons to your child’s unique needs. Your child will be learning exactly what they are prepared to learn while being challenged to grow.
This school is authorized to offer the International Baccalaureate® (IB®) Primary Years Program (PYP) to every student. What is IB®? The IB® PYP programs help our youngest students thrive academically while also:
- Learning how the world works and their place in it.
- Understanding how to express themselves.
- Obtaining the skills to organize themselves and manage their time.
After 5th grade, Uplift students will progress to an Uplift middle and high school where they will continue with the IB® middle years and diploma programs.
Programs at Uplift Gradus
Social and Emotional Learning
Our social and emotional learning programs are raising the bar for SEL in education. We understand the importance of creating an environment of stability, belonging, and safety for every scholar. At Uplift, students grow their social and emotional maturity thanks to:
- Daily lessons that help build character, empathy, and positive relationships.
- Frequent surveys that provide feedback to teachers and staff to identify emotional concerns with students.
- Licensed behavioral counselors on every campus.
The Uplift Education Difference
Discover Uplift's unique approach to education, designed to empower students to excel. Our differences not only set us apart—they pave the way for exceptional futures.
- Academics that connect learning with real-world concepts and ideas.
- Life skills needed to be successful in school and beyond.
- Caring teachers and personalized learning help every child achieve their full potential.
- Social and emotional learning in every day lessons builds character and healthy relationships.
- College and career preparation to support whatever path our students choose.
- Support for alums after graduation through college and career decisions.
100%
College acceptance for more than 20 years
4X
National average for college degree attainment
13%
Higher than state average for college preparedness
$23k
Higher average salaries for Uplift alums
Applying to an Uplift school is free and as easy as 1, 2, 3!
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🍂 Fall Break Alert! 🍂 Uplift Families, mark your calendar! Fall Break is coming up from October 13–20. Take this time to rest, recharge, and enjoy special moments with family and friends. We can’t wait to see scholars back, ready to learn on October 21st! ✨ Stay up to date with upcoming school holidays by downloading the school year calendar. 📅English: https://uplifteducation.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/2025-26_Calendar-English.pdf 📅Spanish:https://uplifteducation.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/2025-26_Calendar-Spanish.pdf
𝙉𝙤𝙩 𝙘𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝘼𝙄—Just real classmates who cheer each other on and celebrate their differences. Communities of families that partner with teachers in their child’s education and build relationships that last a lifetime. New students apply today for the 2026-27 school year. It’s free to apply and free to attend! Apply now for the 2026-27 school year: https://uplifteducation.org/apply/
Happy National Custodian Appreciation Day! Today we honor the incredible work Gael and Maribel do at Gradus each and every day. Their dedication keeps our school clean, safe, and running smoothly, often before anyone arrives and sometimes after everyone has gone home. We always notice that the hard work is coupled with kindness 💙❤️ and we sincerely appreciate the pride they take in every hallway, classroom, and space on our campus. Thank you for being a vital part of our school community! 🤩
Map & Directions
- 121 Seahawk Dr, DeSoto, TX 75115
Located in DeSoto south of I-20 off Hampton Road.