Uplift Heights
FREE Public School
Proudly Serving West Dallas and Westmoreland Heights
About Our School
Uplift Heights sits on two beautiful campuses in West Dallas and has unique ties to the community and businesses. The tight knit community of families bonds through annual festivals and events. Scholars at Uplift Heights help shape the culture of the school and “Condor Pride” runs deep. The high school is nationally recognized as one of the top high schools in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. 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!
Home of Heights Healthcare Institute
In 2023, Uplift Education with Baylor Scott & White Health (BSWH) was selected as one of 10 education/healthcare providers nationwide to receive a substantial $14.9 million grant from Bloomberg Philanthropies resulting in the creation of Uplift Heights Healthcare Institute, a career-technical education (CTE) high school located on the Uplift Heights Preparatory Secondary campus. The program prepares scholars with the skills needed to succeed in today’s most in-demand healthcare careers through Healthcare Therapeutic, Biomedical Science, Nursing, and Healthcare Operations learning pathways.
Apply now and embark on a transformative journey with Uplift Education and give your scholar endless opportunities in the healthcare industry.
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Academics at Uplift Heights
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®) Programs to every student. What is IB®? The IB® programs develop students who are:
- inquiring, knowledgeable and caring.
- motivated to succeed.
- aware of and care about the world around them.
Students earning an IB® Diploma have an advantage:
- Guaranteed 24 hours of college credit in Texas public university.
- College graduation rate of 79% vs. 39% without an IB® diploma.
- Higher acceptance rate at top colleges and universities.
- An education that prepares them for college and life.
Programs at Uplift Heights Secondary
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
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Uplift Heights Primary
What a night to remember! 🌟 5th grader Genesis from Uplift Heights Primary had the incredible honor of reading to over 65,000+ fans and passing the first ball to the referee at the Mexico vs. Colombia soccer game! ⚽🇲🇽🇨🇴 Genesis was selected for her perfect attendance, great reading skills, and her leadership on morning announcements — a shining example of how dedication pays off! 💙 We’re so proud of Genesis for representing Uplift Heights with confidence and school pride. Remember, every day matters at Uplift Education! ✨ A huge thank you to the Dallas Sports Commission, Major League Soccer (MLS), and the Mexico National Soccer Team for making this unforgettable experience possible. 🙌 #UpliftHeights #UpliftEducation #ProudMoment #EveryDayMatters #FutureLeader #ScholarSpotlight
🍂Fall Break kicked off with an unforgettable visit for 3rd and 4th graders at Uplift Heights Primary! Scholars welcomed Marco Fabián from the Mexico National Soccer Team 🇲🇽 as part of the Copa Kin Read Challenge. Marco shared inspiring words about the power of literacy and, of course, joined our scholars on the field for a little soccer fun! ⚽📚 A huge thank you to the Dallas Sports Commission, Major League Soccer (MLS), Marco Fabián, and the Mexico Soccer Team for encouraging our scholars to read and dream big. 💫 ✨ Stay tuned! One of the 5th-grade scholars received a special surprise you won’t want to miss tomorrow. 👀 #CopaKinRead #UpliftHeights #LiteracyMatters #MarcoFabian #FallBreakFun #UpliftEducation
¡Uplift Heights! ¡Únete a nosotros para una tarde divertida y espeluznante en el Hilton Anatole, uno de los hoteles más lujosos de Dallas! Uplift Heights ha sido invitado a celebrar Hilton Halloween el 29 de octubre de 4 a 6 PM. Prepárate para: • Concursos de disfraces – ¡Ven con tu mejor atuendo de Halloween! • Estaciones de truco o trato durante todo el evento. • Juegos y actividades emocionantes. • Deliciosos refrigerios preparados por el renombrado chef del Anatole. Haz clic aquí para confirmar tu asistencia: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/hilton-halloween-2025
Uplift Heights! Join us for a spooky and fun-filled afternoon at the Hilton Anatole, one of Dallas' most luxurious hotels! Uplift Heights has been invited to celebrate Hilton Halloween on October 29th from 4–6 PM. Get ready for: * Costume contests – Come dressed in your best Halloween attire! * Trick-or-treating stations throughout the event. * Exciting games and activities. * Delicious refreshments prepared by the Anatole’s renowned chef. Click Here to RSVP: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/hilton-halloween-2025
Uplift Heights Secondary
Exciting news for Texas students! Texas Free College Application Week is happening October 13-19, 2025. 𝐃𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐤, 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐓𝐞𝐱𝐚𝐬 𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐞 𝐨𝐫 𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲𝐓𝐞𝐱𝐚𝐬 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐬𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐩𝐚𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐞𝐞𝐬! Make sure to take advantage of this valuable opportunity and take the next step towards your future. Be ready to get those applications in by October 19! https://www.applytexas.org/ Questions? Contact your Road to College & Career counselor.
🍂 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/
All scholars who drive have been required to register their vehicles in the front office. ✅ Monthly parking stickers will be issued to scholars with strong attendance. 🚫 Vehicles without a valid sticker—or parked outside their designated area—will be towed. 📍 Scholars must apply in person in the front office. Please help us by ensuring your scholar arrives every day, on time, and keeps their parking privileges! #ScholarSuccess #CampusParking #AttendanceMatters
Thanks to everyone that came out and attended our 3rd annual Barrio Bash to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month! We also were able to host our 2nd Scrub Ceremony!
🎓✨ Our seniors explored their futures at the College Fair last week! Excited to see them take the next step toward their dreams. 💙 #CollegeBound #SeniorYear #FutureStartsNow
Map & Directions
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Uplift Heights - Primary
2202 Calypso Street, Dallas, TX 75212
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Uplift Heights - Secondary
2806 Canada Drive, Dallas, TX 75212
Primary campus is near the intersection of Hampton and Canada in Dallas, just south of the Trinity River, and the secondary campus is 1 mile to the west of the primary campus.